Introduction

The Designmatters educational platform at ArtCenter College of Design joins collaboration with experimentation, experience with reflection, problem-solving with problem-discovery, and purpose with action.

Our Mission

Through research, advocacy and action, Designmatters engages, empowers and leads an ongoing exploration of art and design as a positive force in society.

Never Again 9066: Artists and Designers Against Asian Violence

 

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Safe Niños: Holistic Healing Environments at Concepcíon Campus

 

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The Aesthetics of Power: What Makes Good Design

 

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"Human-centered design requires that we stay sensitive to the cultural values of the community, helping them not just survive, but thrive."

Javier Palomares, Environmental Design, Faculty

A GOOD STOPPING POINT: SMOKING CESSATION CAMPAIGNS FOR LGBTQIA+

 

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Safe Niños: Games, Stories, and Animations to prevent Childhood Burns

 

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Branded: How Brands Shape Ideas, Identities and Society

 

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The students were engaged in very sophisticated research, debate and discussion in this studio, but what really impressed me, in the final production push, was that they were intelligently talking through the options, weighing each decision carefully. The final push was a very mature and professional working team. They worked like a real studio.

Todd Masilko, Associate Professor, Interaction Design

The (Re)Search for Inclusive Healthcare

 

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Designing Advocacy: Arts Education + Graphic Design Implementation

 

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Never Again 9066: Artists and Designers Against Asian Violence

 

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DESIGNMATTERS MINOR IN SOCIAL INNOVATION

A transcripted course of study for ArtCenter undergraduate students in social innovation

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FELLOWSHIP PROGRAM

ArtCenter students are embedded in host organizations for one full 14-week academic term to work on high-level projects.

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Graduation and Grad Show: Fall 2023

Saturday, December 16th

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“I have been impressed with our student’s ability to create thoughtful design narratives, that can literally change the trajectory of people’s lives, whether it’s on a humanitarian level, or emotional, psychological level.”

James Meraz, Environmental Design Faculty