INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE &
INDUSTRIAL DESIGN

Stix Ellie Williams

INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE & INDUSTRIAL DESIGN

IAID's Mission & Vision

Our mission in the Department of Interior Architecture & Industrial Design is dedicated to providing design education that advances user-centered
design through innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and applied learning. We empower students to become creative problem solvers, ethical professionals,
and leaders in design and design thinking by fostering a culture of experimentation, empathy, and sustainability. IAID contributes to shaping environments and products
that enhance well-being, equity, and sustainability through research, applied learning, community engagement, and professional partnerships.

IAID envisions a future where design drives positive change through innovation, research, and a commitment to well-being. By leading design thinking across disciplines, fostering applied design collaborative initiatives, and expanding designing for wellness as a core framework, IAID aims to set innovative standards in design education. Our graduates will be prepared to navigate complex challenges, adapt to evolving professional landscapes, and contribute meaningfully to society through impactful, user-centered design solutions.

Read more about our 2030 IAID Strategic Plan

 

Design Your Future with Us!

Our department offers dynamic and innovative programs in Interior Architecture, Interior Design, and Industrial Design. Each program combines theoretical knowledge with practical skills, preparing students to create meaningful and impactful designs for society.

 

Department Head Nathan Howe

Message From the Department Head

Welcome to the Department of Interior Architecture and Industrial Design—a place where bold ideas and real-world impact come together. Our programs include Master's degrees in Interior Architecture and Industrial Design, and a Bachelor's in Interior Design. Each is built on a foundation of creative thinking, hands-on making, and responsible design.

Whether you're driven to rethink interior spaces, innovate sustainable design solutions, or shape the future through product design, you'll find the tools, community, and inspiration here to do it.

Join a diverse, creative, and forward-looking community. Together, we’re designing a better, more sustainable world—one idea at a time.