Behind The Vault

Forward:

I’m not a classically trained fashion designer. I haven’t completed an internship at a fashion house, nor have I attended a bespoke tailoring academy. What I do have is an instinct—a keen eye for what looks good and feels right through my personal lens.

I am a licensed architect with 28 years of experience designing sports facilities. My career has been about activating underutilized spaces, enhancing the game-day fan experience, and driving demand for premium ticketing inventory. In simpler terms, I design captivating spaces in arenas, ballparks, and stadiums that people are willing to pay a premium to experience.

So, why not stick to architecture? Because, in many ways, the worlds of architecture and fashion are intertwined. Both industries are experiencing a shift towards sustainability and accessibility—concepts I find profoundly compelling. The collaborations between pop culture moguls, national retailers, and iconic fashion brands have redefined accessibility, positioning high fashion within reach of everyday consumers.

This online store isn’t about positioning my studio within that same realm—it’s about documenting our process, our evolution, and our journey from humble beginnings to where we are today. This is about humble progress. We set goals, invest in resources, and equip ourselves with the tools necessary to bring our vision to life.

Our collections are fueled by life experiences—by the people we strive to be and the influences that have shaped us. The body of work showcased here is a testament to our willingness to be vulnerable, to take risks, and to bet on ourselves. As I always say: “We are our best guinea pigs… if we like it, I can guarantee others will like it too.”

Footnote:

Music has been a constant in my life. From a young age, my parents filled our home with the sound of vinyl records every Sunday afternoon—an eclectic mix of blues, funk, jazz, R&B, and soft rock. I credit them for developing my ear for music, which has given me the ability to decipher vintage hip-hop samples with ease.

What I love about music is its diversity. Many of my favorite artists were self-taught; they couldn’t read sheet music to save their lives, yet they had an innate ability to create. This lack of formal training made them fearless in breaking traditional rules, resulting in impossible arrangements and lyrics that have stood the test of time. Some artists were simply ahead of their time—it wasn’t them that needed to catch up, it was me.

The albums and songs that have defined my journey—those that encapsulate a mindset, a moment, or a transition—are woven into the fabric of this story. Sometimes, the music was in sync with my present; other times, it was a glimpse into a future I had yet to realize. Everything about this journey can be described in six songs.

Welcome to The Vault.