42 | design fab studio is a full-service design/build studio that provides exhibits, themed environments, and custom creations to a diverse client base both nationally and to the northeast region.
Our Origin Story:
In 2010, principals Jack Kacian and Todd Harris brought decades of creative and technical experience together to launch 42|df. In a short time, we have become recognized as a versatile, creative and dependable partner to our many clients.
Meet the Team
Our internal team consists of designers, engineers, and artisan fabricators.
We have very high standards, and encourage the best from each other.
Constant internal development and a creative internal environment keep our team energized.
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President
Trained as both an engineer and musician, Todd has always been fascinated with opportunities that combine technical and artistic challenges. In addition, his interests in cognitive science and learning theory combine and fuel his passion for developing exhibits that entertain, engage, educate and inspire.
After 18 years as an international project management consultant, Todd had an opportunity to change directions and he launched 42DF with his friend and partner, Jack Kacian, and his wife, Christine. Today 42 Design Fab has a diverse and talented team of exhibit professionals, and they are doing their best work ever!
Outside of 42DF, Todd enjoys being outdoors – hiking, cycling, exploring, and he also enjoys coaching ski racing in the White Mountains of NH in the winter.
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General Fabricator
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Office Manager
Sarah handles our internal administration, accounting, and organizational needs, and behind the scenes assures that procurement and logistics needs are met for each project. She comes to the 42 team with a 10+ year background in small business and the arts.
Sarah holds an M.P.S. in the Business of Art & Design from the Maryland Institute College of Art as well as a B.F.A. in Studio Arts from UMass Amherst.
In her free time, Sarah can be found painting, coaching creative entrepreneurs, working with local makerspaces, and playing video games.
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Graphic Designer & Fabricator
With over 20 years of fabrication and design experience under his belt, Chris is the ultra-flexible fabricator and designer of the bunch. His skills range from cabinetry and woodworking skills, to CNC work, to graphic design, to 3D modeling.
Chris is often our go-to person to bridge the gap between the design phase and the fabrication phase, with all around knowledge of the design/build workflow.
His focus on presentation, efficiency, and organization keep clients happy while their new work is being installed.
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Woodshop Lead