Stanford Design School

Stanford Design School, also known as the d.school, is an educational institute at Stanford University focused on teaching innovative problem-solving. It emphasizes a human-centered approach, encouraging students to understand users’ needs and create practical solutions through collaboration, creativity, and experimentation. The program blends design thinking principles with cross-disciplinary learning, fostering skills in empathy, prototyping, and iterative development. Its goal is to prepare students to approach complex challenges across various fields—such as technology, business, and social issues—with innovative, user-focused strategies.