Born and raised in Tokyo Japan, Akino's early years were enriched with an artistic atmosphere by a family of architects, artists and classical musicians. Akino couldn't help becoming a designer. Rather than playing with doll houses, Akino built her own doll "amusement park" with cardboard and string for her stuffed animals.
While attending college, a chance art class focused her artistic background and led her to attend Art Center College of Design in Pasadena, CA.
After graduating with an Industrial Design Degree, Akino joined Chrysler
as a member of their advanced design team.
Among the concept cars she designed during her 12 years at Chrysler was the Chrysler AKINO concept which was presented at 2005 Tokyo Motor Show. In 2006 Akino was named as one of the top "100 World Recognized Japanese Women" by Newsweek Japan.
Simplicity is a key to Akino's design philosophy. Combining her Japanese heritage and architectural influence, Akino has developed a unique recognizable style which express an artful simplicity. (P.G)
Education 1996 Art Center College of Design Pasadena, CA BS Industrial Design
1993 Rikkyo University Tokyo, Japan BA Sociology
1990-1992 Washingon & Lee University Lexington , VA
Experience 2010 Akino Tsuchiya Carlsbad, CA Industrial Designer
1997-2009 Chrysler Corporation Auburn Hills, MI Senior Exterior / Interior Designer
- Nissan joint project (Senior Designer / Translator) Kanagawa, Japan (3.2008-6.2009)
- Pacifica Advanced Design Studio (Senior Designer) Carlsbad, CA (1.2002-3.2008)
- Daimler Mercedes Benz (Exterior Designer) Sindelfingen, Germany (5.2000-8.2000)
Recognition 2006 IDSA International Design Excellence Silver Award
2006 Newsweek Japan "100 World Recognized Japanese Women"
1994-1996 Scholarships Honda, Ford Motor Company, Art Center College of Design
1994 Student Competition Honorable Mention International Housewares Association
1990-1992 Exchange Student Scholarship Rikkyo University
Skills Computer : Autodesk Alias (CAD), Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Apple Keynote
Language : Japanese, English
Interests Alto Saxophone, Flute, Hiking, Wax carving/Metal casting
Contact
AkinoTsuchiya_yahoo.com
760. 822. 2455
