James Stee -

In 2019, Stee founded his own studio, SteeFrame , which consults for SMEs on circular economy principles. One of his most cited projects is a reconfigurable shelving unit constructed entirely from reclaimed fishing nets and post-industrial wood pulp, currently in pilot production with a Dutch social enterprise.

From 2014 to 2018, Stee worked as a design engineer at EcoMod Solutions, a Midlands-based firm focused on low-carbon consumer goods. There, he co-developed the “LoopDrawer” storage system—a flat-pack, fully biodegradable unit made from compressed agricultural fiber. The product received a Green Good Design Award in 2017. james stee

James Stee is an emerging voice in the field of industrial design and sustainable manufacturing, recognized for his methodical approach to bridging functionality with environmental responsibility. Though not a household name, Stee has built a reputation within niche engineering circles for his work on modular product systems designed to minimize material waste. In 2019, Stee founded his own studio, SteeFrame