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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The Grand Assembly

School of Visual Arts

The Grand Assembly is a curated online community showcasing a generation of 60 and older creatives to a wider audience through their craft and li... more ⇒

Two Wings

School of Visual Arts

Two Wings is a creative campaign produced by an international team of animators, designers and musicians, to advocate for LGBT refugees and asylum seekers... more ⇒

Demolition Dictionary

Maryland Institute College of Art

The Demolition Dictionary is an evidence-based visual tool to help communities better understand health precautions around demolitions in thei... more ⇒

Community Library for Newbern, Alabama

Auburn University Rural Studio

Within the rural context of Newbern, Alabama, a library can become a social center within the community. A group of dedicated ... more ⇒

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Together+

University of Notre Dame

Turmoil, illness, and depravity tend to push positivity and collaboration aside in favor of selfishness—separating communities and dividing individuals. To... more ⇒