Andreas A. Tjeldflaat is an esteemed designer and researcher, seamlessly bridging the worlds of New York City and Norway. He operates as an independent innovation consultant while holding the title of design director at Framlab, a renowned studio based in both NYC and Bergen that emphasizes design and applied research. Andreas pioneered the Modularity Lab, dedicated to exploring modular systems. His advisory roles span notable organizations such as the United Nations REM group, Antler, and GRIP. His accolades are a testament to his prowess, with honors like the Falling Walls Art & Science Award, the Build Awards, and the Philippe Cret Medal recognizing his consistent design excellence. Andreas has an expansive professional footprint, having collaborated with Toshiko Mori in New York, RRA in Oslo, 3XUID in Copenhagen, and Titoma in Taipei. In the academic realm, Andreas has imparted his expertise at prestigious institutions like the University of Pennsylvania, Cornell University, and Columbia University. On a lighter note, Andreas finds solace in horticulture and yoga and is on a quest to perfect the art of bread baking.