Christopher Raia + Andrea Zatarain
Christopher Raia RISD ’95 [Industrial Design]
Andrea Zatarain RISD ’96 [Jewelry + Metalsmithing]
Christopher Raia, a self-professed “has-been rock star and trumpet player,” and Andrea Zatarain, an independent jewelry designer, are the creative partners behind Christopher Raia Studio, which was formed in 1999 to design products, environments and exhibitions. Raia’s professional work includes extensive experience in housewares, packaging and exhibit design. He also teaches Industrial Design at Wentworth Institute of Technology. In addition to her role as production manager for the studio, Zatarain teaches in RISD’s Jewelry + Metalsmithing Department.
