University of Iowa 3D Design Program

During ICFF 2026, Professor Monica Correia was invited to participate in the panel: What’s Next? Vision of the Future.

The panel is part of an ongoing collaboration between ICFF and Superstudio and was moderated by Giulio Cappellini, with the introduction from Laura Vella.

“The conversation brought together international voices from the worlds of design, education, and creative direction to explore how contemporary design is evolving and which ideas are shaping what comes next.” - ICFF

Speakers included: Monica Correia, Cecilia León de la Barra, Daniel Germani, Sergio Nava.

Five University of Iowa 3D Design BFA students were awarded the Office of Undergraduate Research (OUR) Travel Award to present their design research at ICFF!

Four students, James Low, Jenny Jin, Kelsey Jons, and Sarah Dockery-Jackson presented their design research as part of the University of Iowa booth in the Schools Showcase.

James presented his flat pack dorm storage and his hand-woven pillow.

Jenny presented her flat pack dorm set including a side table and a desk organizer.

Kelsey presented her hand-upholstered non-traditional soft seat.

Sarah presented her welded metal stool, 3D-printed lamp, and hand-woven pillow.

Julia Correia presented her non-traditional lounge chair in the Launch Pad section, which highlights independent designers. Her other work, a 3D-printed lamp and hand-woven pillow, were featured in the school booth.

All five students are immensely grateful to the Office of Undergraduate Research for awarding travel funds to them! They are so glad to have the opportunity to present their work, make connections, and represent the University of Iowa!

Thank you OUR! 💛🖤

University of lowa 3D Design MFA Student Cory Christiansen was selected to exhibit his non-traditional soft seat, Brayton Chair, as part of the ICFF × WANTEDDESIGN Launch Pad.

Congratulations on your achievement, Cory!

University of lowa 3D Design MFA Student Siyun Xue was selected to exhibit his space divider, PolyEye Divider, as part of the ICFF × WANTEDDESIGN Launch Pad.

Congratulations on your achievement, Siyun! .xue

University of lowa 3D Design BFA Student Julia Correia was selected to exhibit her lounge chair, Fruto, as part of the ICFF × WANTEDDESIGN Launch Pad.

Congratulations on your achievement, Julia!

University of lowa 3D Design MFA Student Brianna Muchai was selected to exhibit her flat pack chair design, Tembo, as part of the ICFF x WANTEDDESIGN Launch Pad.

Congratulations on your achievement, Bri!

Our booth in the Schools Showcase at ICFFxWANTEDDESIGN!

University of lowa 3D Design Program
ICFF + WANTED DESIGN | May 17-19th, 2026
Jacob Javits Center, NYC | Booth W673

Booth set up for ICFFxWANTEDDESIGN!

Off to New York bright and early!

Vans are loaded up for New York!