Justyna Kucharczyk

Justyna Kucharczyk is a Professor at the Academy of Fine Arts in Katowice, where she serves as Vice-Rector for Research and Collaboration. A graduate of the Faculty of Industrial Design at the Academy of Fine Arts in Kraków, she specializes in visual information systems and co-leads the Social Design Studio in the institution's Design program. Her work bridges design methodology with social challenges, emphasizing the social dimension of communication systems.

• Education: Faculty of Industrial Design, Academy of Fine Arts in Kraków

Kucharczyk's research focuses on visual communication design, information systems, and urban/cultural projects. Her notable works include the visual information systems for the International Airport in Pyrzowice, NOSPR (National Polish Radio Symphony Orchestra) in Katowice, Silesian Park in Chorzów, the Fryderyk Chopin Birthplace, and the Katowice Public Transport Association. These projects demonstrate her expertise in creating functional, user-centered design solutions for public spaces.

Her awards include multiple recognitions in the 'Śląska Rzecz' competition (2007, 2014, 2017) and a Bronze Medal in the ED Award competition (2015). She collaborates with designers like Agnieszka Nawrocka and Andrzej Sobaś on institutional and municipal design projects.