About
Over the last 37 years, Bob Crelin has created award-winning design in original products, marketing content, and mechanical invention across diverse industries . His distinctive approach draws from a broad background of disciplines, and his work has become renowned for its innovation, aesthetic balance, and universal appeal.
Images © Bob Crelin. All rights reserved.
Bob's influential design work is recognized internationally in premier products for brands such as Takamine Guitars, Rogers Drums, Gibraltar Hardware, Gretsch Drums, Dixon Drums, and Ovation Guitars. Awarded several patents, Bob has also developed a collection of celebrated independent products for varied markets, including the Home Lighting industry, The Children's Book publishing industry, and the Science Education market.
Product Design Awards
• 1997 Stellafane Astronomy Convention
Special Award/ 2nd: Original Comet Orrery
• 2004 Guitar One Magazine
Mark of Excellence Award: Takamine LTD-2004
• 2008 US Dept of Energy/American Lighting Assoc.
Lighting for Tomorrow Award: The GlareBuster Light
• 2011 MIPA Musikmesse International Press Award
Best Hardware: Gibraltar Turning Point Hardware
• 2012 Drum! Magazine
DRUMMIES Top Drumset Award: Gretsch Renown 57
• 2013 Drum! Magazine
DRUMMIES Top Gear Award: Gibraltar Swing Nut
