Mark Grattan, a designer from Hudson, Ohio, blends two decades of expert craftsmanship with a distinctive and refined aesthetic. Currently working in NYC by way of Mexico City, his designs explore the relationship between color and texture, drawing influence from tropical modernism, contemporary Italian design, and the elegance of the Art Deco movement.

A Pratt Institute alumnus, Grattan’s rise has been fueled by a succession of wins that have sharpened his signature fusion of eclecticism and cohesion. His distinguished clientele includes cultural powerhouses such as Megan Rapinoe, Tracee Ellis Ross, Rick Ross, Kelela, and Solange Knowles. As the champion of HBO Max’s Ellen’s Next Great Designer, he has captivated the design world, graced the covers of prestigious international publications and cemented his status as a creative force to be reckoned with.

Most recently, his groundbreaking work has earned a place in the permanent collections of The Brooklyn Museum and The Smithsonian, solidifying his legacy in contemporary design. Beyond his craft, Grattan remains a trailblazer and advocate, championing the presence and recognition of Black creatives in the design sphere. Grattan launched his first textile collection—Layered—for HBF Textiles in June 2025.