Matthew Bukrey

Matt Bukrey

Matthew Bukrey

Shop and Media Manager/Lecturer

Brief Vitae

Bachelor of Arts, Augustana University, 2003

Matt Bukrey is the Shop and Media Manager for the College of Architecture. With over 20 years of making experience, Bukrey has a diverse background including utilitarian fine art pottery, instrument making, furniture design, and teaching. Passionate about craft, his focus is exploring historic techniques and forms in wood including furniture and utilitarian objects and how this relates to a modern setting. Before joining the College of Architecture, Bukrey was the Art Fabrication Space Manager in the School of Art, Art History & Design. Within the College of Architecture, Bukrey oversees the Shop and Media Center. He assists students in understanding various materials and fabrication techniques along with safety and operational trainings. Additionally, Bukrey teaches a variety of mini courses on topics related to product design and technical electives for degree requirements. He also maintains a variety of equipment in the college and assists in various capacities overseeing the Architecture Hall facility.