Biography from Charles and Marie press release:

Stephen Reed grew up in the London suburbs with a tendency of taking objects apart to discover how they work. As his interest in design progressed, he found the need to explore design from other perspectives. This led to a move to Holland, where Stephen busied himself learning about Dutch culture and design. After a few years, the experience prompted Reed to return to England, where he enrolled at Ravensbourne College of Design.

Stephen graduated from Ravensbourne in 2005, with a degree in Product and Furniture Design. Nominated for the Young Designer of the year in 2006 by the Furniture Show for his graduate project: the Soft Table, Stephen's designs and installations have garnered him many commendations. After graduation, Reed worked for Thomas Heatherwick studio, on restaurant interior design projects as well as Landor & Associates designing retail spaces.

Wanting to venture out on his own, Stephen set up a studio in south east London, diligently working on projects for the Emerald Fund, Charles & Marie, Back4, Mathmos, Industreal and Fred Inc. The studio's work has been described as innovative, functional and playful. Reed’s designs have appeared in magazines like Icon, Blueprint, Design Week, Living Etc and numerous websites. Products are available through SCP and Magma shops in London. A major commission to design and build the installation for the Young Design Centre in London was completed
in May 2007.