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Department news, events, and snapshots of student life at SVA in New York City.

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New MoMA Product: Modern Geometry Jewelry Stand by Nihaarika Arora ‘23

“ChatPoD” and Synthetic Podcasts: Recent Department Experiments with AI

Snapshots from E11VEN: Our 2024 Thesis Presentations!

New MoMA Product: An Interview with Designer-Alum Monica Albornoz

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Taotao Holmes 12/12/24 Taotao Holmes 12/12/24

Made by PoD: The Ultimate Gift Guide

A collection of surpremely giftable products, brought to you by Products of Design alumni and faculty.

Taotao Holmes 11/19/24 Taotao Holmes 11/19/24

Shun Cheng Hsieh ’24 Selected for PLC x Wolverine Worldwide Certificate Program!

“WildPursuit” earned Shun Cheng Hsieh ’24 a spot at this year’s PLC x Wolverine Worldwide Five-Week Certificate Program.

Taotao Holmes 11/19/24 Taotao Holmes 11/19/24

Designing Support: Foreseeing Interdependencies with Cameron Tonkinwise - Full Video

International expert Cameron Tonkinwise shares how designing for transitions and interdependencies is more essential than ever in a rapidly changing world.

Taotao Holmes 11/9/24 Taotao Holmes 11/9/24

New MoMA Product: Modern Geometry Jewelry Stand by Nihaarika Arora ‘23

Products of Design alum Nihaarika Arora ‘23 is now in the MoMA Design Store!

Allan Chochinov 10/17/24 Allan Chochinov 10/17/24

“ChatPoD” and Synthetic Podcasts: Recent Department Experiments with AI

Here at Products of Design, we are experimenting with AI in our pedagogy (AI ethics, mechanics, tools, creative pursuits, ventures, etc.). And, we’re also experimenting with it as a department. Periodically we’d like to share some of those experiments with you; please consider these the first in our series!

Allan Chochinov 10/15/24 Allan Chochinov 10/15/24

Human Factors in Product Design

When we delve into human factors in product design, we're embarking on an intricate journey rather than following a linear path. In this exciting landscape, designers craft experiences that resonate with everyday lives, opening up a world of possibilities for meaningful connections.

Allan Chochinov 10/15/24 Allan Chochinov 10/15/24

Product Innovation Strategies for Designers

Innovation is the heartbeat of success in design, and while innovative product design starts with creativity, it evolves into the strategic endeavor of transforming imaginative concepts into tangible solutions that truly benefit users.