The Design Store is a branch of the Iowa State University Book Store located on the second floor of the College of Design building. For studio or just for fun, the store carries a variety of products, including everyday art supplies.
Facilities
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College Model Shop
The Model Shop in room 0020 Design is available for student projects. A small fee for a semester pass gives you access to tools, time, the scraps room, and computer-aided cutting.
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The Design Closet
The Design Closet, managed by the Multicultural Student Services Office in the College of Design, collects and provides recycled and gently used supplies for students with financial need. It also partners with the University Book Store to provide students in the first-year Core Design Program courses with reduced-cost supply kits.
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Output Center
The Output Center is a college resource that provides services including black-and-white printing, color printing, 3D printing, wide-format printing and three laser cutters. The Output Center also allows students, faculty, and staff to check out a variety of equipment including cameras, camcorders, tripods, microphones, and more.
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Gallery 181
Gallery 181 is located on the first floor of the College of Design building. Exhibition viewing hours are 8 AM to 5 PM Monday through Friday and by special arrangement. Closed weekends and university holidays. Admission is free.
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Student Innovation Center Makerspaces
The Student Innovation Center’s Makerspaces offers everything from 3D printing, glass blowing, embroidery, wood working, podcasting, virtually reality and more. The spaces offer hands-on learning opportunities available to all students.
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Design Cafe
The Design Cafe is located on the first floor near the front entrance to the College of Design. It serves coffees, teas, sodas; sandwiches, salads, sides, and soups; and lots of tasty snacks and desserts! The cafe is operated by ISU Dining, and students can use their Dining Dollars and Flex Meal options here.
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Geographic Information Systems Support and Research Facility
The Geographic Information Systems Support and Research Facility (GISF) supports the use of geographic information system (GIS) technology, providing GIS education and outreach opportunities for students.
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Architecture Fabrication Shop
The Architecture Fabrication Shop and Robotics Lab are primarily used by students studying in the Department of Architecture. These spaces provide a unique learning environment for seminars and studios. The Shop is also available as an open makerspace during shop hours.
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Architectural Robotics Lab
The Architectural Robotics Lab explores the emergent field of research, design, and construction utilizing robotic technology. It works to connect developments in computation to the challenges of construction through teaching, research, publication, and exhibition.
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Letterpress Lab
The Letterpress Lab offers a hands-on experience with the art of letterpress printing and an opportunity to explore the rich history of this timeless art.
Student Innovation Center
The Student Innovation Center is the nexus on Iowa State’s campus where all Cyclones are invited to hone their innovation skills through experimentation, collaboration, and the free exchange of ideas. The College of Design offers a number of classes and opportunities throughout the building as well; visit the Letterpress Lab on the first floor and the Design classrooms on the fourth floor to see our students’ innovation in action.
A Cyclone in the Making
The best way to picture yourself on Iowa State’s campus is to visit and experience it yourself! Meet with Iowa State University students, tour the entire campus, and see our College of Design students creating and designing first-hand.