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IDSA’s second annual Sustainability Deep Dive, held June 9-10, 2021, built upon the first event’s success with hundreds of designers gathering online to discuss sustainable design processes, circular systems, energy equity, and more. Eleven design students received complimentary registration to this event, thanks
Building on the success of the inaugural Deep Dive focused on sustainability in 2020, IDSA’s Sustainability Deep Dive 2021, June 9-10, will expand on how industrial designers can be leaders in building a sustainable future. As the developers of products and services used by billions
Can Design Enable Culture? The industrial design profession has gone through a number of changes over the past 50 years. At each stage it has increased its value to business, end users and society. We are on the cusp
The Industrial Design Program at NCSU conducts a suite of programs designed to get students out of the studio and into the community. By working with community members, the students learn that their design skills can make a difference in the
At the 2020 International Design Conference, a panel moderated by Carly Hagins, IDSA, Notre Dame MFA ‘20, asked the question, “Is graduate school worth it?” For those considering a return to school, it’s instructive to consider the two dominant approaches to graduate
IDSA’s Code of Ethics is an important part of the IDSA membership experience. Every member of IDSA agrees to adhere to this Code as a part of their membership. These statements help ensure that our members are held to a
Redesign of Loon Kayak, 2015 (by Mat Cardinali, IDSA) Perhaps Maine is not the first state that comes to mind when one thinks about industrial design. Outside of states with prominent industrial design schools in the Northeast, such as New
Professional Chapters are a central element to IDSA’s membership experience. These groups help to foster local connections and provide invaluable access to content and community in cities around the world. Building from the momentum of IDSA’s City-Based Chapter Initiative, IDSA members
IDSA’s inaugural Getting It Made Deep Dive, held March 17-18, zeroed in on the crucial steps and top tips from experts on how to take a product design from concept through production and into the marketplace. More than 450 attendees from 17 countries—including Puerto
by IDSA-San Francisco Kostas Neofitidis is an eclectic creative based in Cyprus. In his multidisciplinary studio, he develops outstanding architecture, capturing interiors and objects and highly unique art pieces. The pandemic’s magical side is the reconnection after being far away
International student member Oliver Evans shares about his industrial design education in the UK and the Netherlands. An unusual feature of high school education in the UK is that it is possible to study industrial as part of the
ROBERTO GARZA SADA CENTER FOR ART, ARCHITECTURE AND DESIGN AT UDEM The Industrial Design program at the Universidad de Monterrey (UDEM) was founded in 1972. In 2021, Industrial Design at UDEM is one of the most prestigious programs in
Victor Stivala, S/IDSA, a senior undergraduate student at Montclair State University, shares how he’s honed his ID skills in school and as an intern. Industrial design is a major like no other. Midway through my last college year, I think back to the start of
The Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) was proud to be one of the sponsors for the VISIBILITY x DSGN event from the Designer’s Workshop. Held on February 18, 2021, the event provided a VR-like space for Black makers
Dear IDSA members, The long-term impact of 2020 will reverberate for some time to come, yet I’m glad to have many of the challenges and uncertainties it presented us squarely in the rear-view mirror. Perhaps like no other time
The Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA) continues its partnership with MWC Productions for the new television show “America by Design.” Over 4 million viewers watched IDSA’s first foray into television with “California by Design” and “New York by Design.” Following this success, IDSA has continued its partnership with
PURPOSE OF THE SURVEY: While designers start with similar skillsets early in the career, we adapt and grow based on the job need, and we may become professionals in a different niche. This survey was gathered to be a piece
IDSA is saddened by the loss of J. Budd Steinhilber, FIDSA (1924-2021), a towering figure in industrial design history and a friend, mentor, and inspiration to many. Budd served on IDSA’s Board of Directors as Treasurer/Secretary and served three times on the IDEA Jury. He was
In the 1970s and 80s, I was frequently contacted by women students who were seeking information about women in the industrial design profession; they were writing essays for a school project. I would copy magazine articles I had saved
IDSA mourns the loss of Edward J. Zagorski, FIDSA from Cerro Gordo, IL. The author of Get Ten Eagles (2011) and a widely admired industrial design educator, Ed was inducted into IDSA’s Academy of Fellows in 1979 and received the IDSA Education Award in 1989. Ed passed
Calling all thought leaders and visionaries! This is your opportunity to participate in an upcoming IDSA event and lead the conversation about our work as industrial designers. We seek proposals for presentations, interactive workshops, discussion panels, and in-depth training sessions. Your presentation
The International Design Excellence Awards (IDEA)®, presented by the Industrial Designers Society of America (IDSA), is open for entry through March 15, 2021 at IDSA.org/IDEA. Established in 1980 and known worldwide as a top design awards program for its unparalleled
“Digital Talks” is a new interview series from IDSA-San Francisco with local designers who are making an impact. Read on for their interview with Elan Hawkins, an industrial design student at the Academy of Arts who recently created a Maya Angelou-inspired footwear
In 2019, Nina Hadden graduated from the Pennsylvania College of Technology with a bachelor’s degree in Industrial Design. Below she shares her journey through school and after graduation. Though there are what could be considered ‘traditional’ Industrial Design jobs,