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Harry Armstrong was born in the Philippines and immigrated to the United States when he was an infant. Raised in Portland, Oregon, he experienced his youth in all things identified with influences of the 1990’s, that when combined with his native cultural heritage, created his inclination towards a black sheep, outsider artist’s perspective, that differed from his peers. Harry is an entrepreneur who specializes in the practice of Interior Design. In addition he has a passion for the visual arts, having been immersed in art since childhood and throughout his education. After graduating from Oregon State University with a degree in Interior Design, he went on to establish his own company, 'harry’s room' in 2021, that enables him to create innovative solutions that contribute to the genre referred to as the ‘near environment’ by providing design services and products to his clients. His resume illustrates successes from winning design competitions, to a collaboration with Marlene Buckner, an award winning interior designer from Portland, Oregon. Designs from Harry’s Room have been utilized at restaurants in Bend, Oregon, Salons in Portland, Oregon, and home environments in Eugene, Oregon.