Designed with Purpose’s founder, Mark Plakotoris, has traveled the world to discover and innovate the craft of woodworking.  Mark has studied the craftsmanship that is required to make an acoustic guitar, learned the importance of strength and joinery with Japanese timber framing, and the precision and ergonomics necessary to create traditional Windsor rocking chairs. Mark’s diverse skill set allows him to work and design unconstrained by any one discipline. By combining techniques such as steam bending and joinery, Mark is able to create truly unique furniture and lighting pieces that will enhance any home.