Luce is a UK-born designer with a Master of Design degree from the Institute of Design in Chicago, specializing in social innovation, civic design and Queer design.
They have worked on projects that tackle systemic barriers and promote inclusivity – Luce was part of a team that co-designed anti-racist pathways to nature with the Chicago BIPOC community and the Forest Preserve of Cook County, aiming to ensure equitable access to green spaces for BIPOC communities. Their work reflects a commitment to dismantling inequities and creating more inclusive urban environments.
With a passion for Queer design, Luce explores new possibilities and narratives surrounding gender identity and expression. They have engaged in speculative design, pushing the boundaries of traditional design concepts by developing a speculative tool to create discourse around the gender binary and promote the concept of identity plurality. They also explored how cities can better cater for the Queer individuals and communities that occupy Chicago.
Luce’s impact extends beyond their projects within the Institute of Design; they have played a pivotal role in bringing design thinking into local councils in Scotland, bridging the gap between design and governance. By integrating innovative and human-centered approaches to problem-solving, Luce aims to create more effective and people-centric policies. Their work demonstrates a dedication to promoting civic engagement and creating a future where design principles are embraced at every level of governance.
In their free time they are an illustrator and a co-founder of an inclusive makers market in Chicago called Bizarre Bazaar.
Through their work, Luce strives to create a more equitable and compassionate world where design is a catalyst for positive change. They believe in the power of design as an act of facilitation to help communities shape their own futures and actively promotes representation and inclusivity within the design landscape.