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It touches everything around us. It drives innovation. And it has the power to make life better for everyone.
We make sense of the world for the benefit of the public. Our rigorous programs prepare students to develop solutions that serve the greater good, and our research has life-changing impact.
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"The most meaningful work happens just beyond the edge of what feels certain."
For architecture alumnus Ted Givens (`95), curiosity has been the foundation of a career spanning the globe, from founding an international architecture practice in Hong Kong to designing buildings that respond to an increasingly unpredictable climate.
His work is driven by adaptability, collaboration and a belief that the best ideas often emerge through exploration. Whether sketching alongside clients or designing structures that evolve with their environment, Givens reminds us that architecture isn`t just about creating places but about discovering what`s possible.
Read how one NC State College of Design alumnus continues to shape the future of architecture by embracing the unknown at the News link in our bio.
A student organization. A fresh start. A whole lot of momentum.
After years of uncertainty, Design Council is finding its footing again by bringing students together through events, advocacy and a shared vision for the future of the College of Design.
From reviving beloved traditions like the Beaux Arts Ball to creating new opportunities for collaboration across majors, today`s student leaders are building a stronger design community.
Read the full story at the News link in our bio
Every tree has a story. 🌳
When a beloved oak in the Brooks Hall courtyard reached the end of its life, it wasn`t hauled away. Instead, it became the beginning of something new.
Students in our Urban Wood course transformed the tree into a hands-on learning experience, exploring how fallen trees can become furniture, objects and opportunities for more sustainable design.
Read the full story at the news link in our bio
Talent is everywhere. Opportunity isn`t.
The Design Pathways Program is helping bridge that gap by providing financial support, mentorship and a community of peers for students whose potential shouldn`t be limited by financial barriers.
Thanks to a generous gift from alumnus Jerry Cook [B.Arch `66] and his wife, Marilyn, students at the College of Design now have greater access to essential technology, overseas opportunities with @ncstate.global + @ncstateprague and a robust culture of belonging throughout their college careers.
Read the full story on how investing in students today helps shape the designers, leaders and problem-solvers of tomorrow.
🔗 News link in bio
Ten years. Countless students, faculty, staff and alumni. One lasting impact.
As Dean Mark Hoversten concludes a decade of leadership at the College of Design, we’re reflecting on the people, programs and possibilities that have shaped the college during his tenure.
From expanding research and interdisciplinary collaboration to growing student opportunities and strengthening our community, his leadership has helped position the college for its next chapter.
Celebrate 10 years of transformative leadership with us, and explore a legacy that has left a lasting mark on our community.
Read more at the news link in our bio.
Some places reveal themselves all at once. Others reward curiosity.
A wooden alligator tucked between the shelves. A model of the iconic Catalano House roofline. Narrow aisles packed with decades of design thinking. And a newly installed painting by Greg Lindquist, Study for Newtown Creek Series, 2016, catching the sunlight through oversized windows.
The Design Library is full of little details that make it more than a place to study. It`s a place to wander, discover and occasionally find something you weren`t looking for.
What`s your favorite corner of the library?
When industrial design senior Isaac Watkins learned about a @lego internship, he had just three days to apply.
He pulled together a portfolio, landed the interview and soon found himself in Billund, Denmark, helping imagine the future of play.
As a Play Invention & Prototypes intern, Isaac has collaborated with engineers, model makers and designers to prototype new LEGO elements, build ideas from scratch and embrace one simple philosophy: play first.
As Isaac puts it, "Sometimes us designers need to commit to a project for no other reason than `this makes the kid in me happy.`"
Read more about his journey at the news link in our bio. 🧱✨
What happens when design has a seat at the global table?
Professor Meg Calkins recently represented the American Society of Landscape Architects (@nationalasla) at COP30, where she shared how nature-based solutions can help communities adapt to climate change while improving biodiversity, public health and quality of life.
Her work on ASLA`s Climate and Biodiversity Action Plan is helping landscape architects turn ambitious climate goals into practical action and preparing the next generation of designers to create places that are as resilient as they are beautiful.
🌎 Read more at the news link in our bio.
What happens when industrial designers and graphic + experience designers stop working in separate lanes and start creating together?
Students from NC State`s Industrial Design and Graphic & Experience Design programs recently teamed up for the College of Design`s first-ever joint studio, working alongside design professionals from @lenovo to develop solutions that bridged hardware and software.
The result? New perspectives, stronger ideas and a glimpse into how today`s most innovative design teams work.
🔗 Read the full story and watch the full video at the news link in our bio.
What happens when one of the world`s oldest building materials meets some of its newest technologies?
Inside the College of Design`s Digital Clay Lab, Ph.D. student Maryam Badiei and instructor Lira Gomes are exploring the possibilities of ceramic 3D printing through research, experimentation and plenty of trial and error.
From collapsed prints to unexpected discoveries, every iteration reveals something new about how clay, design and digital fabrication can work together.
Read more through the news link in our bio.
our programs
Architecture
Build healthy environments to improve society
Art + Design
Give form to emotions and ideas
Design Studies
Dive deep into human values and experiences
Graphic Design
Inform, clarify, beautify, educate
Industrial Design
Anticipate user needs for products and services
Landscape Architecture
Help shape the land for health and wellbeing
