An annual design conference built to support and bridge creatives globally.
Welcome to the Square One design conference! Dive into how modern tools are shaping industrial design and education. Explore tomorrow's design world, filled with advanced objects, revolutionary graphics, and innovative teaching methods.
Join talks with top industry figures and educators on the future of design, understanding the impact of the latest tools and tech. Take part in workshops, panels, and keynotes that expand your design horizons. Learn how to use new tools to boost your creativity and embrace the tech-driven future.
Speakers
Schedule
Wednesday, October 4
Columbia College Student Center
Anson Cheung
9:30 AM
Marvell Lahens
11:00 AM
Lunch
12:30 PM
Felicia Ferrone
2:00 PM
Chuck Anderson
3:30 PM
Networking Event
6:00PM
Thursday, October 5
Henry Julier
11:00 AM
Montauk
Lunch
12:30 PM
Craighton Berman
2:00 PM
One Design Company
Design Panel
3:30 PM
The Pitch
Chicago
Chicago is bursting with world-class, big city culture. But at its heart, it’s a Midwestern city — which means a warm welcome and genuine hospitality. No matter who you are or what you love, you’ll fit right in exploring famed restaurants, world-renowned museums, a jaw-dropping waterfront, groundbreaking music, Tony Award-winning theatres, iconic architecture designed by legendary architects, over 300 parks and green spaces, one of the most inclusive LGBTQ+ communities, and 77 vibrant, ethnically diverse neighborhoods that are the heart and soul of Chicago.
If you're planning to attend our conference and are in search of accommodations, we strongly recommend considering these vibrant neighborhoods for your stay. Not only are they welcoming and well-connected to public transit, but they also offer an array of charming coffee shops and delicious eateries. Our top suggestions include Pilsen, University of Illinois at Chicago, Smith Park, West Town, River West, Noble Square, Wicker Park, South Loop, and Chinatown. Additionally, you can find a variety of hotel and hostels in the Loop and River North areas.
Columbia College
Student Center
Columbia College Chicago, situated in Chicago’s Cultural Mile, is home to 7,000 students shaping the future. The downtown campus combines hands-on learning with a robust Liberal Arts foundation. Its faculty, who are industry professionals, mentor students and introduce them to vital networks. Programs span from media, fine arts, arts management to American Sign Language, with technology and entrepreneurship ingrained in the coursework.
The college's Student Center, which will host Square One, is a nucleus of creativity in Chicago’s South Loop. Embodying Columbia's dedication to cross-disciplinary collaboration, the center boasts a makerspace, career hub, game rooms, event spaces, food services, a fitness area, gender-neutral restrooms, and a meditation space.
Location Address
754 S. Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60605
The college's Student Center, which will host Square One, is a nucleus of creativity in Chicago’s South Loop. Embodying Columbia's dedication to cross-disciplinary collaboration, the center boasts a makerspace, career hub, game rooms, event spaces, food services, a fitness area, gender-neutral restrooms, and a meditation space.
Location Address
754 S. Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60605
Montauk Sofa
Montauk Sofa Chicago, the high-end sustainable sofa and furniture showroom, is located in the West Loop. Luxury sofas, sectionals, loveseats, daybeds, chairs and sleeper sofas are all traditionally made in their Montreal factory. Quality, comfort and Montauk's custom size, fabric and finishing options distinguish the brand. In addition to the Collection of Modern, Classic and Slipcover sofas, many local & iconic designer furniture and lighting brands are featured in their zen-chic store.
Location Address
1229 W. Lake St, Chicago, IL 60607
Location Address
1229 W. Lake St, Chicago, IL 60607
One Design Company
One Design is a full-service brand studio creating powerful experiences at the intersection of research, communication, design, and technology.
We’re an eclectic group of researchers, strategists, designers, writers, and developers united by a common desire to ask questions, push limits, and make cutting-edge, beautifully functional work that solves complex challenges for clients around the world.
Location Address
230 W. Superior Suite 700 Chicago, Illinois 60654
We’re an eclectic group of researchers, strategists, designers, writers, and developers united by a common desire to ask questions, push limits, and make cutting-edge, beautifully functional work that solves complex challenges for clients around the world.
Location Address
230 W. Superior Suite 700 Chicago, Illinois 60654
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