David Ross

David Ross is a Lecturer at the School of Design, The Glasgow School of Art (GSA), specializing in Interior Design. His academic journey includes an undergraduate MEng in Product Design Engineering and an MDes in Interior Design (with distinction) from GSA, focusing on sustainable materials and hybrid digital-craft methodologies.

• Education: MEng Product Design Engineering (GSA), MDes Interior Design (GSA, 2020, distinction)
• Work Experience: Co-founder of Glasgow-based design community Analogue Social (2011); 3 years working with a sustainable timber supplier in the Highlands.

David’s research explores environmentally responsible materials, the integration of digital and craft methodologies, democratization of design, and the role of interior design in self-expression. His work has been exhibited at the London Design Festival, IMM Cologne, and venues in Glasgow.

He received the Chairman's Medal in 2020 for outstanding postgraduate achievement. David joined GSA’s teaching staff in 2022, guiding postgraduate Interior Design students.