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DESGN-6110-1: Context: Contemporary Design

Spring 2020

Subject: Graduate Design
Type: Seminar
Delivery Mode: In-Person
Level: Graduate

Campus: San Francisco
Course Dates: January 21, 2020 — May 08, 2020
Meetings: Tue 4:00-07:00PM, San Francisco - Main Building - E3
Instructor: Randy Nakamura

Units: 3.0
Enrolled: 10/12

Description:

This course examines design practice in a contemporary context. What is contemporary about contemporary design? Particular focus is on graphic design, interaction design, product design and the places where they meet, overlap, or intersect. Readings can range from academic writing to journalism, the popular press, and blogs. The class may also include studio and site visits, films, and guest speakers in order to provide an expansive, global view of contemporary design and culture. Through their own critical writing, students will explore and join current conversations, looking at how these conversations influence and drive design.

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