In Praise of Shadows
Author Jun’ichirō Tanizaki expounds on the importance of darkness in Japanese interiors in adding texture, depth, and subtle beauty to the life within.
SVA MA Design Research
SVA MA Design Research, Writing & Criticism1 is a one-year graduate program2 
devoted to the study of design, its contexts & consequences. 
Our graduates have gone on to pursue research-related careers in publishing, education, museums, institutes, design practice, entrepreneurship, & more.3 
- Formerly known as D-Crit
- About the program
- Applications accepted on a rolling basis. All successful candidates awarded a significant scholarship!