Italian Contemporary Design and Trends - Spring Semester | Study abroad program | Art & Design | On Campus | 4 months | IED - Istituto Europeo di Design | Italy

Contemporary design encompasses the present, pulling current trends; it is always evolving due in part to the availability of (new) materials and pieces. The aim of theItalian Contemporary Design and Trends Spring Semesteris to enrich you with a cultural knowledge on the contemporary design as well as the contemporary art. This allows you to have an overview on the new trends in terms of art, furniture and interior design, as well as learn more about contemporary artists and designers and the different techniques, materials, and tools they use when realizing their artworks. The program will also offer you a practical study of theItalian design systemfrom the management and the design methodology perspective. New trends in furniture, various types of houses, different lifestyles and people's needs and desires will be analyzed from a practical and emotional point of view. Throughout the semester you will be engaged in developing technical and critical skills in the classroom and inside the main trade fairs that highlight the Italian design experience.