Born in Yamagata Japan, 1959.
Ken has worked as a Chief Designer for General Motors, a Senior Designer for Porsche AG, and
a Design Director for Pininfarina S.p.A., being responsible for Ferrari Enzo, Maserati
Quattroporte and many cars.
He is also known for numerous products such as motorcycles, furniture, robots and architecture.
In 2007, KEN OKUYAMA DESIGN was founded providing business consultancy to many
corporations. Ken also produces cars, eyewear, interior products under his original brand.
He is currently a visiting professor at several universities and also publishes many books.