Design the Experience:
Stage, Story, System

Palma Design Academy fuses theatrical creativity, human-centered understanding, and engineering precision to shape the future of design.

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Where Creativity Takes Center Stage

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The Intersection of Art, Empathy & Engineering

Palma Design Academy (PDA) is not just a design school; it's a crucible where diverse disciplines ignite innovation. We believe groundbreaking design emerges when the expressive power of theatre, the deep empathy of humanistic inquiry, and the rigorous problem-solving of engineering converge.

Our unique curriculum challenges students to think beyond aesthetics, crafting experiences, narratives, and systems that are not only functional and beautiful but also meaningful and impactful. Learn to design for the stage, the screen, the user, and the system.

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Why Palma Design Academy?

Unlock your creative potential in a unique interdisciplinary environment.

Interdisciplinary Fusion

Master design principles drawing from theatre arts, human factors, interaction design, and systems engineering.

Hands-On Creation

Learn by doing through immersive studio projects, prototyping labs, and real-world client collaborations.

Expert Faculty & Mentors

Learn from award-winning designers, artists, engineers, and researchers at the forefront of their fields.

Vibrant Location

Located in a thriving cultural and tech hub, providing endless inspiration and networking opportunities.

Our Programs

Degree programs designed to forge the next generation of versatile, impactful designers.

Experience Design Concept

B.Des. Experience Design (XD)

Craft compelling user experiences across digital and physical spaces, blending interaction design, storytelling, and usability engineering.

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Narrative Environment Design

B.Des. Narrative Environments

Design immersive spaces that tell stories, merging principles of scenography, spatial design, and interactive technology.

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Design Engineering Prototype

B.Eng. Design Engineering

Integrate engineering rigor with design thinking to develop innovative products, systems, and tangible interactions.

Engineer Design
Speculative Design Concept

M.A. Speculative Design

Explore future possibilities and critical questions through design fictions, critical making, and foresight methods.

Imagine Futures

Student Showcase

Explore the innovative and inspiring work created by Palma Design Academy students.

Student Project Example 1

Interactive Installation Concept

Student Project Example 2

Wearable Tech Prototype

Student Project Example 3

Theatrical Set Design Model

Student Project Example 4

Sustainable Product System

Student Project Example 5

UX/UI App Design

Student Project Example 6

Data Visualization Project

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Ready to shape the future with creativity and purpose? Learn about our application process, deadlines, and how to prepare your portfolio.

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