Instructor and graduate student discussing a product mockup during a design critique session.

Graduate Industrial Design Programs

At ArtCenter, our Master’s programs in Furniture, Lighting & Fixture DesignIndustrial Design and Spatial Experience Design give you the tools to explore how people interact with spaces, objects, and products. Through hands-on industry projects, a human-centered approach, and applied research, you’ll develop the skills to pursue impactful work across multiple design disciplines.

Why ArtCenter?

Industry Collaboration Projects

Participate in collaborative, real-world projects with global brands. These experiences are designed to help you build market-relevant skills and a portfolio that showcases your creative growth. From furniture and lighting to spatial environments, you’ll have the opportunity to design with purpose and expand your professional network.

Sustainable and Inclusive Design

At ArtCenter, you’ll learn from faculty who bring diverse perspectives and experience to the classroom. Explore innovative approaches to design with mentors like Miao Miao, who blends traditional craftsmanship with modern aesthetics; Linda Mai Lotti, who advocates for inclusive practices in industrial design; and Sarah Kang, who focuses on sustainable spatial planning. Our faculty will encourage you to expand your thinking and explore the evolving role of design in society.

Human-Centered Innovation

Our programs emphasize designing for diverse users and creating meaningful experiences. Whether you’re envisioning a product for underserved communities or crafting immersive environments, you’ll be exposed to methods that prioritize usability, empathy, and purposeful design.

Career Outcomes

Graduates of our programs have pursued careers in furniture design, branded environments, sneakers, consumer products, and related fields. Alumni have entered roles such as:

  • Industrial Designer
  • Spatial Experience Designer
  • Interior Designer
  • Furniture Designer
  • Product Designer

Become a creative leader equipped to shape the future of design with ArtCenter’s Master of Science Programs

What makes ArtCenter special is the uniqueness of each member of this community. We support each other through thick and thin.

Keerthana Menon (MFA 23)Experiential Designer, Creative Rif