Dezeen School Shows: a vehicle powered by electricity intended for use in urban areas is included in Dezeen's latest school show by students at the University of Illinois Chicago.
Also included is a project exploring the psychological effects of food packaging and a jacket suitable for various weather conditions.

University of Illinois Chicago
Institution: University of Illinois Chicago

School: School of Design

Course: MDES Industrial Design

Tutors: MDES Faculty
School statement:
"Our Master of Design (MDes) in Industrial Design programme aims to broaden students' worldviews and deepen their understanding of their roles as designers through studio classes, workshops, seminars, lectures, visits and opportunities for regional and international travel. "MDes student design projects are not merely formal and aesthetic propositions but also profound explorations that scrutinize the complex interplay between the natural and artificial elements in society and global culture.
"Concluding the programme, each MDes student explores a topic of inquiry in which they contextualise and formulate a position and develop tangible designerly responses.
"This process entails a broad range of engagement and adopts a holistic approach, encouraging and empowering students to blend theory with practice."

Cumulus by Sadaf Jalali
"Function and aesthetics are not mutually exclusive, but are complementary aspects of design.
"Cumulus is a stylish jacket that pro...