2013 October

John Uniack is Program Coordinator of MADWORKSHOP. He brings to the position over 40 years of experience in architecture, industrial design, and the visual arts.  Early in his career, John was involved in the design and fabrication of prototypes for Pacific Bell, Max Factor and Marantz Electronics. John studied at Art Center College of Design and went on to serve as owner and principal of UNIACK, a commercial photography studio. After ten years as a photographer and business owner, he returned to college to study architecture.  Upon receipt of his Bachelor of Architecture degree from the USC School of Architecture, John joined the firm of A. C. Martin Partners, where he contributed as a planner and urban designer for eighteen years prior to joining MADWORKSHOP. John also teaches a very popular furniture design course at the USC School of Architecture.

Lillian Nguyen is currently attending her second year pursuing a BARCH at USC School of Architecture. She was born and raised in Honolulu, Hawaii and graduated from Punahou School. 

Although she is currently a full time student she also devotes a significant amount of her time managing her online store called, BonjourLily. During her sophomore year of high school she founded BonjourLily accessories on Etsy, specializing in handmade headbands and jewelry. BonjourLily has been featured in Seventeen Magazine and worn by Ariana Grande and fashion bloggers.