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Industrial Design

Solve problems for humanity

Learn how to design services, systems and products at the forefront of technology, ethics and culture.

EXPERIMENT IN THE DESIGN LABS

Explore industrial design concepts, processes and materials in studio daily. Discuss your prototypes using robots, drawings and models. Grow together in student groups and collaborate with professional designers off-campus.

DISCOVER WHAT'S NEXT IN INDUSTRIAL DESIGN

Stay up-to-date with the latest stories in industrial design. Find upcoming events and workshops to add to your calendar.

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EXPLORE STUDENT DESIGNS

Get inspired by examples of our latest student work from the design labs and undergraduate research.

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Study WITH AWARD-WINNING FACULTY

Research the cultural, technological, business, ergonomic, ecological and social factors that lead to more useful systems, products and services.

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