About
Michael Szabo Studio creates large-scale, site-integrated sculptures that speak to the environments they inhabit. A native of the Bay Area, Michael earned his degree in fine art at the Rhode Island School of Design and soon returned home to establish his San Francisco studio in 2004. Working predominantly in stainless steel and bronze, he also incorporates elements such as stone, glass, water, and landscape integration. The resulting aesthetic and material language prompt a conversation between the works, the physical spaces, and the humans they engage with.
Along side the studio’s focus on site specific commissioned projects, Michael has made a point to continue the practice of solitary studio-based work that yields intimate and expressive sculptures. The playful and exploratory process of this kind of object making informs the design and fabrication process for many of the larger works that come out of the studio. Michael’s work is included in public and private collections around the world.
Commissions
Working in residential, commercial, and public settings, our commissioned projects range from pedestal mounted sculptures to monumental scale installations. Our studio values a holistic approach that requires us to work closely with clients, communities, consultants, contractors, and collaborating design professionals throughout the life of a project. From idea and concept design to fabrication and realization, the work comes to life in our San Francisco studio and our team travels as necessary for on-site installation.