Design Ignites Change

Below is an archive of project case studies; each one is a designer’s vision to ignite change in the world through creative problem solving. We aim to bring big ideas such as these out of the studio and into the community to inspire like-minded changemakers. Projects are posted by Design Ignites Change participants and award applicants.

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Mobile Letterpress: Proof of Concept

Vermont College of Fine Arts

This past year as part of my graduate school study I built a letterpress studio for York College of PA, where I teach graphic de... more ⇒

Bib & Tucker Sew-Op

Bib & Tucker Sew-Op takes its name from British slang for a woman’s finest duds. Originating from the time when a woman’s wardrobe was quite modes... more ⇒

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First Person American

School of Visual Arts

First Person American

First Person American is an initiative to change the public’s perception of immigrants and to interject a new voice through deep and poignant ... more ⇒

"School: by Design" AIGA/NY Mentoring

AIGA New York

High School of Art & Design

School: by Design is a Design Ignites Change youth mentoring initiative. Mentoring teams will examine the school ecosystem from th... more ⇒

Rubble to Real Estate

Iowa State University

There are always communities coping with the aftermath of natural disasters – from flooding and hurricanes to earthquakes and forest fires. I... more ⇒