Andrew Kyte (b. 1977) is a Michigan-based designer and blacksmith whose primary focus is contemporary forged metal work.
Andrew was first introduced to forged metal work while working for a local jeweler and studio silversmith. He was fascinated with the direct metal processes used in jewelry but found the scale limiting. Realizing he was more inclined toward the larger scale work like fabricated candle holders and raised vessels his eyes soon became trained on forged ironwork in architecture. He sought out local fabricators and blacksmiths and worked in several shops gaining a solid skill set. Again he began thinking bigger and the idea of traveling the world to work with specific studios and artists began. For the next eight years, Andrew spent time in San Francisco, Washington DC, New York City, and Germany working for some of the best in their field. During this time he studied a broad range of design and understood how masters of their craft approach concept, design, and execution in their work.
Coming full circle, and back home to Michigan, Andrew now is the owner/operator of Kyte Metalwerks. His business is focused on the design and creation of custom furniture and fine architectural metal work. Andrews’s work can be found in the Washington National Cathedral, the Henry Ford House, the Inglis Estate, the Gerganoff Home, and many others.
