KCAD alum Demi McNeal: Crafting custom elegance through fashion
Up-and-coming designer and KCAD alum Demi McNeal debuts her custom evening wear brand, Dominique Alyse, with a successful fashion show in Michigan.
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How 2 West Michigan designers are turning plastic waste into art
Two KCAD alumni are transforming plastic waste into durable recycled materials. They are showcasing their sustainable innovation at the “Fragments to Form” exhibit, which runs through Nov. 22.
Programmers help communities nurture the power of public art
Murals and other public art are being used to revitalize Grand Rapids and beyond to foster creativity, and empower local artists through innovative programs.
West Michigan teens tackle ‘wicked’ problems at the Wege High School Collaborative Studio
West Michigan high school students tackle complex global issues at the Wege High School Collaborative Studio. The two-week program showcases the power of youth-driven sustainable design.
KCAD educator and artist Devin DuMond paints path for public art
Devin DuMond's dual roles as an artist and educator underscore their commitment to nurturing talent while leaving a lasting impact on the community through public art.
Designing a better world: Wege High School Collaborative Studio builds skills and networks
The Wege High School Collaborative Studio is a summer program that gives West Michigan high school students hands-on experience in sustainable design and problem-solving. Applications for 2024 are open.
How KCAD student collaborations are building community
Since 2016, a group of graduate students in KCAD's Master of Architecture program have had an opportunity to offer a solution to an architecture issue in Grand Rapids. The projects have included designing a greenhouse, wayfinding project, and visioning new uses for a historic building.
Take a journey into regenerative design with Common Object
KCAD grads Justin Beitzel and Fernando Ramirez share their philosophy of regenerative design in their firm Common Object, which helps organizations take steps toward sustainability.
Art and Healing: Collaborative project at Corewell Health’s cancer pavilion
What happened when students from the Kendall College of Art and Design of Ferris State University partnered with Corewell Health to bring the healing power of art to the Cancer Pavilion.
4 rising talents in West Michigan design
Four designers, a mix of students and graduates of KCAD, were recently honored for their work in the field. Hayden Prillwitz, Imane Hocini, Kyle Sutton, and Ian Wardowski talk about their passion for design and their plans for the future.
