D4D Lab was started in 2004 by Maria Rogal, Professor at the University of Florida. Throughout the years many designers have worked with community and interdisciplinary participants on our projects. D4D Lab is a collaborative initiative with entrepreneurs in rural communities in southern Mexico, students, designers, and other disciplinary experts that integrates design research, teaching, and practice. We explore how we can use design, in its broadest sense, to positively shape the human experience. It evolved from previous projects, including Mint in Mexico, University of Florida Graphic Design.
Participant Designers (2004–present)
Marcela Gurdian
Gabriela Hernandez
Kelly Jeck
Anaïs LaTortue
Cassie McDaniel
Mike McVicar
Gabriela Méndez
Ariella Mostkoff