Alan Macey

Alan Macey is an Adjunct Professor and part-time faculty member in the Department of Transportation Design at ArtCenter College of Design, a leading institution in industrial and automotive design education. He teaches a range of advanced courses including Vehicle Architecture, AI for Automotive Design, and interdisciplinary studios exploring AI, robotics, and human-form language in automotive contexts.

His research and teaching interests center on the evolving integration of artificial intelligence in automotive design processes, human-centered design frameworks, and the preservation of mechanical design integrity in modern vehicles. He emphasizes design education through real-world application, system integration, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

His work bridges academic instruction with industry innovation, particularly through Curb Industries Inc., where he applies design thinking to brand development and product creation. His educational philosophy is widely disseminated through "H-Point: The Fundamentals of Car Design & Packaging," a resource used globally in design schools and studios.

Alan Macey has advised on curriculum development and design pedagogy, though no formal advisees are listed. He is actively involved in promoting manual transmission culture as President of The Manual Gearbox Preservation Society, reflecting a deep commitment to automotive heritage.

He leads initiatives at the intersection of design, technology, and education, contributing to labs and teams focused on AI integration, future mobility, and advanced design methodologies. His courses such as IS: Hum Ai Harmony Aerospace and IS: Exploration on New Visual suggest experimental and speculative design research directions.