At UID22, the next generation of designers will uncover
concepts covering a wide range of topics; from AI in autonomous
vehicles, to playful therapies for children, to a device for
managing your crypto assets.
Step into the future as budding designers from around the globe
share their visions for a different, and better, tomorrow. On May
31st, graduating students present their grad projects during UID22
| Design Talks & Degree Show. The event sees students give
bite-size talks on stage, showcasing their projects via 3D models
and digital visualisations. The following exhibition allows
visitors to speak to students and further explore their visions
through physical models, graphic posters and video expositions.
"We are really looking forward to welcoming so many alumni and
external guests, and seeing our students pitching their outstanding
design concepts in real life again. It's an especially joyous
occasion since many of the graduates themselves endured a global
pandemic during most of their studies at the school", says Demian
Horst, Head of Institute.
Creating resilient futures
Many of the 50 grad projects are based in the digital realm,
often with the objective of making technology more accessible or
more human. A host of projects also carry an aspect of
sustainability, whether it be through the lens of environment,
social innovation or healthcare. This year's student-generated
theme - resilient futures - responds to these
particular challenges facing our global society.
Natalia Ikebara, graduating from the MFA Programme in Advanced
Product Design, designed a holistic therapy concept for children
with motor disabilities, focusing on creating a more engaging and
enjoyable experience. Another project saw Mario Schaffeld, MFA
Programme in Transportation Design, explore the issue of trust in
future intelligent vehicles. Inspired by soft robotics, he created
interactive interior surfaces giving passengers the freedom to
control the level of engagement from the vehicle's artificial
intelligence.
Celebrating talents and ideas
"UID22 will be a celebration of talent and a rich display of
ideas for more resilient futures by design. Looking at their latest
visions, we are proud to see so many powerful perspectives on what
responsible industrial design could mean now, and in the future",
says Demian Horst.
Each year, the global reach of UID allows the school to attract
students from all corners of the world. This year, the 32 MFA
graduates alone represent 17 different nationalities. UID's
international network of collaborators within research, industry
and civil society help create an event that sets new trends and
sparks discussion on where design is headed. For UID22,
representatives from multinational corporations such as Apple,
Microsoft, BMW, Volvo and Philips travel to Umeå to follow up
collaborations with students, to view demonstrations and
portfolios, and to recruit the next generation of industrial
designers.
UID22 | Design Talks & Degree Show
UID22 | Project Gallery
UID22 | Live Stream
For more information, please contact:
Jens Persson, Communications Officer, Umeå Institute of
Design
Phone: +46 (0) 73-626 35 51
Email: jens.persson@umu.se
