About Steph

"I love finding beauty and potential in something that the rest of the world has passed over or cast off. Every object I design around has a story, and people love stories! It’s a great way to connect with others, from years ago to years from now."

New York-based artist and industrial designer Stephanie Reppas is the founder, Creative Director [a.k.a. 'Head Honcho'] at October Design.

Just like the objects she creates, Stephanie’s career trajectory was rather unexpected. She was born and raised in abject normalcy [Ohio] – a good thing, as it turns out, since it forced her to develop her creativity to keep herself amused. She designed her first logo when she was 15, and went on to art school in South Florida, obtaining degrees in visual communication and marketing. Soon after, she found her way to New York and opened her own studio.

Her love of design (and power tools!) led her to branch out from traditional graphic design, to more industrial 3-D projects and media. These projects eventually became less of a hobby and more of a large-scale obsession. She ditched corporate life, moved upstate, and now she spends her days scouring old barns and estates looking for unique pieces to transform into functional lighting and décor.

In 2014, she broadened her brand with a collection of equestrian-themed home furnishings. Drawing from the rich history of horse racing and polo sport, her handcrafted pieces are detailed with beautiful leather saddlery (both new and vintage) and polished steel tack.

Steph lives and works in an old converted schoolhouse (really old, like circa 1785) in Hudson Valley, N.Y. When she's not making stuff, she slings neologisms, takes in a movie at the drive-in, and embarks on the occasional road trip (top down, Tom Waits jacked).

View more of Steph's work at stephanopolis.com.

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Timeless style that feeds your equestrian passion.

I travel frequently in search of unusual objects, industrial hardware and farm equipment to use in my work. The items I salvage are always interesting, but have been overlooked and under-loved. In a world overrun with cheap, mass-produced plastic, I think this wonderful old-world craftsmanship, which has often lasted a century or more, deserves to be seen and reused, not just tossed and forgotten. So I'm doing my small part to help the environment while also fostering an appreciation for an era gone by.

I'm fortunate enough to get to do what I love every day, and I hope you’ll love my work, too!

Since launching October Design in 2011, my designs have appeared in:
• Architectural Digest

• Equestrian Living Magazine

• Handmade Seller Magazine (Cover Feature)
• Saratoga Living Magazine

• Hudson Valley Style Magazine (Cover Feature)
• Country Living Magazine
• Upstate House Magazine
• Equistyle Magazine
• Horse & Style Magazine
• Organic Hudson Valley Magazine
• NY Makers Magazine

2018 Style and Design Award
Presented by Duncan Avenue Group, recognizing outstanding designers and design teams who adhere to the highest degree of environmental sustainability and socially conscious design principles, while advancing authentic Hudson Valley style.

"Special Delivery Heirloom Collection" Exhibit

Beekman 1802 Mercantile, Sharon Springs, NY
A specially curated artisan collective, created by Brent Ridge and Josh Kilmer (a.k.a. The Fabulous Beekman Boys of HGTV), featuring 40 local artists and designers.

The Interiors Show, Furniture & Furnishings by Artists

April 2016, Tivoli Artists Gallery, Tivoli, NY

October is about...
• Connection with the past
• Appreciation for true craftsmanship
• Respect for the environment and nature

We support the ASPCA and the Wildlife Conservation Society with monthly donations from our sales.

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