Stephen Kei Chan

   


Stephen Kei Chan is a Korean-Hong Kong designer whose work spans objects, lighting and furniture. He previously worked at Dyson, designing for their iconic haircare and floorcare ranges. He later worked for London consultancies before going independent. Now based in London, he focuses on a thoughtful blend of cultural insight, industrial craftsmanship with modern design in his work.

I have long admired the warmth and natural materials of traditional houses but have always lived in smaller modern apartments, which led me to design this chair for our family home. Inspired by the monolithic intersecting struts of traditional Korean Hanok houses, its classic silhouette is softened by rounded impressions on thick wooden sections. With relaxed dimensions, the chair balances refined simplicity with a casual feel. This prototype is made from FSC European Beech, oiled and waxed to enhance its warmth and natural patina over time.

Soft Block Chair

2025
Self-initiated
Furniture
European Beech, Tung oil and Beeswax
383 x 440 x 435/768mm


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Inspired by the tall candleholders that lit the corners of old oriental palace interiors, the minimal floor lamp features a flared conical hood sculpted onto a slender pole. The raw aluminium finish gives it a softer natural feel that patinas well over time. The inside of the shade is sandblasted to reduce glare, providing a softer light.
Aluminium Floor Lamp

2025
Self-initiated
Object
3D-Printed Aluminium, Raw


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During COVID I became obsessed with drip coffee but was frustrated with it’s inconsistency. I focused in on the element of ‘bypass’, where water slips down the side and past the coffee. I thought, what if we removed the walls completely? I designed Air Brewer to support the filter with only points using a diamond lattice structure. Inspired by Jeju-do’s volcanic landscape, the granular texture, gives the airiness a sense of solidity.

Air Brewer

2021
Commonmade
Object
3D-printed PP


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A brand new attachment designed for wavy and curly hair types. A spherical volume cups the hair, whilst air outlets on the rim generate a vortex in the bowl to dry and promote the natural volume of the hair.

Dome mode — Infuses hair to enhance natural waves or curls, for a defined finish with less frizz.

Diffuse mode — Adds volume at the root for more textured natural curls and coils.

Dyson Wave+Curl Diffuser

2023
Dyson
Object


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Stainless Balm Case is a lip balm keyring holder. It features a sleek singular stainless steel body. Carefully blended openings allow access to twist and extend the balm, tapering into a wedge to fit in between other everyday accessories on a keyring. The case is hand-polished to finish.

Stainless Balm Case

2023
Self-produced
Object
Stainless Steel



















In 2024, working from home meant staring into a cold plastic webcam. I wondered if it could feel warmer, more inviting? Ball Webcam explores a softer, homely design, blending gentle translucency with built-in lighting to create a cozy, ambient workspace.

Ball Webcam

2024
Concept
Electronics 

















Diffuser for Dyson Airwrap helps to enhance and define natural waves, curls and coils by dispersing air evenly around your hair. A classic attachment with redefined ergonomics for adjacent platform.

Airwrap Diffuser

2023
Dyson
Object


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Sun Stick

Year: 2024
Client: 조선미녀
Type: Object, Visualisation

















Grounded - Lush Reusable Packaging

2023
Concept
Packaging
















I’ve always had difficulty with turning and orienting toothbrushes with wet hands, often slipping out of my hands. While fiddling with a straw in a cafe, I came up with the idea of pinching two distinct, perpendicular flat areas. Inspired by calligraphy tools, I realized a longer slender proportion offers better balance and precision. I also wanted the toothbrush to keep its appearance intriguing, so I chose a polished finish that reflects the changing lighting conditions throughout the day.
Pinch Toothbrush

2022
Self-Initiated
Object


















© Stephen Chan 2025