Design it to last
October 1, 2009 by Rita · Leave a Comment
A packaging tip: Although this seems counterintuitive, consider a packaging design that lasts beyond its initial use. Packaging themselves can become keepsakes if they are attractive and durable enough to provide an alternative use.
Jewelry Designer Mimi Tudor likes to re-purpose interesting everyday containers to package her creations. Anything from used cupcake boxes, chocolate tins, and packaging for tea products enjoy a lovely second life in her studio.
D-Schools that teach sustainable design
October 1, 2009 by Rita · 2 Comments
Hello,
Since we launched the ebook, I’ve been asked to recommend design schools that offer “remedial” training in sustainable design. It’s an urgent need. I know of a few schools that offer flexibility with e-learning, and distance learning options.
- The venerable CCA in San Francisco offers an MBA in Design Strategy. The program chair, Nathan Shedroff, is an expert in sustainable design and a prolific author of books on the subject.
- The Presidio Graduate School, another local San Francisco institution, offers an MBA in Sustainable Management. (Nathan Shedroff is a graduate of this program.)
- MCAD Minneapolis College of Art and Design offers a Sustainable Design Certificate that covers a large territory–graphic design, packaging, product design, and more.
If you hear of others, please forward!
- Rita
