Industrial Design
Who is Steven Smith?
"In sports, rarely is a star player also a journeyman. In the sportswear industry, this isn’t quite the case.
"Over the course of the last five decades, Steven Smith has starred for every big brand, allowing him the leeway to work and play with the likes of Peter Moore and Tinker Hatfield.
The History of the New Balance 550
"Designed by the mercurial Steven Smith ('86, BFA, Industrial Design), the New Balance 550 had an all-too-brief career in the late 80s before it flamed out and disappeared for three decades. Thanks to Teddy Santis – the all-conquering design don at Aimé Leon Dore who spied the model in a vintage catalogue – the recent retro resurrection encompasses everything that is great about NB in 2022."
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Next Reality
MassArt aluman Audrey Spencer is a prolific Snapchat Lens creator who has developed some of hte most engaging AR experiences on the app.
How to Become a Sneaker Designer
Alumni Sarah Sabino '13 BFA Painting and Industrial Design alum/New Balance veteran Jonathan Grondin share the steps necessary to become a sneaker designer.
Reebok and Beyond: how Siler City’s Hardigan has Thrived in Shoe Design
Hank Hardigan '94 BFA Industrial Design created the Reebok Spark, the Krakatau, the Springblade, and the Zigtech, now he's turned to sustainable footwear.
The Godfather of Dad Shoes: interview with Steven Smith
MassArt alumnus Steven Smith, the sneaker guru talks about coronavirus, Kanye and his best work.
A ‘Deaf Car Guy’ with a Driving Passion
MassArt '15 BFA Industrial Design alumnus Brandon Bailey started his popular YouTube channel, "Deaf Car Guy", almost 5 years ago. Globe Correspondent Joe Cusack recently wrote about Brandon's lifelong passion for cars.
Making Magic Means Inclusion for Billerica Boy
Wicked Local Billerica talks to alumna Bonnie Regan '15 BFA Industrial Design about the costume she's making for 6-year-old Parker. Bonnie is a volunteer for Magic Wheelchair, a nonprofit that build costumes for children in wheelchairs.
20 Standout Talents at NYC x Design 2019
Studio Junto, owned by Gustavo Barroso '19 BFA Industrial Design was listed as "One of 20 Standout Talents at NYC x Design 2019" by Azure Magazine.
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