Michigan State University Interior Design

04/29/2026

On April 17th, third-year Interior Design students in IDES 451: Interior Design Professional Practice visited Steelcase for an immersive and inspiring learning experience.

Students toured the facility and testing lab, tried out numerous furniture pieces, and explored a wide variety of finishes—engaging with design hands-on and in real time. Just as impactful was the opportunity to network with many professionals across the company, learning about their diverse career paths and gaining invaluable advice as students prepare for their own professional journeys.

The day clearly demonstrated how Steelcase uses research to drive thoughtful, evidence-based design solutions, while also offering students meaningful insight into the many roles and opportunities within the design industry.

Thank you to the Steelcase team for welcoming our students, sharing your expertise, and investing in the next generation of designers!

04/28/2026

At the 4th annual SPDC Awards Ceremony on April 9th, 2026, the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources' Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs, Dr. Antomia Farrell, joined us to give a special address to our students and supporters!

The event is a special way to celebrate SPDC's student scholarship recipients, as well as honor those generous donors whose contributions significantly enhance their education and enrichment.

Thank you for joining and inspiring us, Dr. Farrell!

Please join us in congratulating our scholarship and award winners, and thanking SPDC's supporters and donors.

Enjoy these highlights of the evening, and be sure to stay connected with SPDC to learn how you can impact SPDC's continued success!

04/27/2026

Second year ID students completed a micro design project as an introduction to 3D modeling and 3D print prototyping.

Come visit SPDC at the Human Ecology Building on the northside of campus to see their work on display now in the 2nd floor gallery!

04/23/2026

Congratulations to this years winners of the SPDC School Awards!

These awards are nominated by SPDC students, faculty, and staff and highlight the exceptional performance of our entire school at every level.

The award winners are:

SPDC Outstanding Undergraduate Student Leader
Julia Sesi (ID), Melanie Macias (CM), Daniel McNamara (CM), and Benjamin Mitchell (CM)

SPDC Outstanding Graduate Student Leader
Grace Densham

SPDC Outstanding Instructor
Prof. Daniel Bollman

SPDC Outstanding Mentor
Academic Advisory, Hannah Brodhead

SPDC Outstanding Support Staff
Janelle Curtis
Erin Mulligan

Congratulations to all award winners!

04/22/2026

On April 9th, 2026 MSU's School of Planning, Design and Construction hosted our 4th annual SPDC Awards Ceremony!

This event celebrates our student scholarship recipients from the endowments and gifts that allow SPDC to train future industry leaders and innovators. It also honors those generous donors whose contributions significantly support and enhance the education and enrichment of our students.

It was a wonderful evening spent highlighting the educational excellence of our entire school, from students to alumni, and faculty to staff.

Congratulation to all scholarship and award winners, and thank you to our supporters and donors.

Enjoy these highlights of the evening, and be sure to stay connected with SPDC to learn how you can impact SPDC's continued success!

04/01/2026

Yeayoung Kim will present the Thesis, "Nature-Connected Design and Patient Perception in Primary Care Exam Rooms: An Eye-Tracking V.R. Study," on April 8th at 10:00am.

Attend via zoom at: https://msu.zoom.us/j/95989365986 using Meeting ID: 959 8936 5986 and Passcode: 1234

03/31/2026

Get the Scoop from INTERIO:SCOPE!

https://www.canr.msu.edu/resources/interio-scope-summer-fall-2025

Published by SPDC's Interior Design program, in partnership with the Interior Design Advisory Board, INTERIO:SCOPE is the official newsletter for all things interior design at MSU!

Click the link above to download Issue #2, Summer-Fall 2025, for a look into the interior design world at MSU through the faculty, students and alumni.

You'll find school and program updates, alumni spotlights, student success stories and much more!

Download the Summer-Fall 2025 Issue of INTERIO:SCOPE - the Interior Design program at MSU's annual newsletter - for a look into the interior design world at MSU through the faculty, students and alumni.

03/26/2026

Last month, ID students enrolled in the course "Virtual Reality Application in Interior Design" created exciting and innovative projects that incorporated immersive storytelling through 360° media production!

In collaboration with MSU's Digital Scholarship Lab, who provided equipment and technical guidance, course instructor Dr. Jisun Lee gave students the prompt, "A Place That Represents Me."

Students then produced short 360° videos that captured locations within the MSU Main Library with which they felt a strong personal connection. More than verbal narration, students used digital presence, perspective, and atmosphere to allow the environment itself to convey meaning.

This project allowed students to explore how 360° representation functions as an experiential form of design communication, and is a great example SPDC's commitment to embrace the leading-edge of technological advancement and innovation!

03/25/2026

SPDC launched a new initiative with ACE Mentor Capital Region by having students from the CM, LA, and ID programs serve as Junior Mentors for ACE Lansing's 2026 program.

ACE (Architecture, Construction, Engineering) is a national program that works with high school students interested in pursuing Built Environment Industry careers.

This year, SPDC students and local industry practitioners are working side-by-side with Lansing area high school students on the programming, design, and construction management plan for a residential project.

Last month, ACE Capital Region was invited to a behind the scenes tour of Little Ceasars Arena in Detroit with the ACE Detroit affiliate, courtesy of Olympia Development and CREW Detroit.

03/24/2026

Last month, Interior Design students in IDES 451 - Professional Practice took part in Mock Interviews and Portfolio Critiques with industry professionals.

Each student met one-on-one with a practicing interior designer to review their resumes and portfolios, gain constructive feedback, and sharpen their interview skills—an invaluable opportunity to practice talking confidently about their work and professional goals.

A huge thank you to Taylor Howes (MSU), Jennifer Plagens (SmithGroup), Michelle Allard (Fleetwood Furniture), Katie Winters (C2AE), and Lizzi Layer (DBI) for generously sharing your time and expertise.

Your support helps prepare our students for success in the design industry!

03/23/2026

Kristy Kellom will present the Ph.D. Dissertation, "Existing vs. CPTED-Modified Classroom Designs Evaluated using Virtual Environments: Effects on Perceived Active Shooter Preparedness," on April 3rd at 9:30am.

Attend in-person at Room 315 of the Human Ecology Building or via zoom at: https://msu.zoom.us/j/97741979916 using Meeting ID: 977 4197 9916 and Passcode: 130776

03/05/2026

Congratulations to Dr. Jisun Lee, Assistant Professor of Interior Design at SPDC!

In recognition of her varied use of technologies in the classroom, Dr. Lee has been selected as a winner among the 2026 MSU IT AT&T Excellence in Teaching with Technology Awards.

The selection committee particularly appreciated Dr. Lee's well-designed and immersive Augmented Reality/Virtual Reality learning experiences.

Dr. Lee's dedication and innovative approach to advancing her field, and of course to the success of her students, is what makes SPDC the home of Spartans, Built to Lead!