Brill, a New York-based designer, observes his surroundings through materials and their properties. He cultivated this interest at The Rhode Island School of Design, receiving an undergraduate degree through the Furniture Design program. In combination with his formal studies, he has apprenticed with notable designers from around the world including: Vladimir Kagan, Blu Dot, Kevin Walz, and Charles Lazor. Recently, Charles has co-founded a collaborative studio Rich Brilliant Willing.