People
INSTRUCTORS
DesignDisco Studio brings together passionate young design professionals as instructors from diverse backgrounds. Our team is dedicated to helping students see how design connects to their everyday lives, personal values, and future aspirations.
Charlie Edmonds (he/him)
Charlie is a London-based designer and writer working across the fields of architecture, climate transition, and political economy. He is a graduate of the University of Cambridge where he co-founded Future Architects Front. Charlie co-leads the Neighbourhood Transitions demonstrator at CIVIC SQUARE, which seeks to reveal the necessary pathways towards a devolved urban climate transition. He has taught internationally at a variety of institutions, from Cambridge to Tokyo, and is currently a critical practice tutor at the London School of Architecture.
Jana Owens (she/her)
Jana is a passionate graphic designer whose experience in the nonprofit sector has shaped her unique approach to design. Her studies in industrial design at Virginia Tech School of Architecture + Design opened her eyes to the endless possibilities that design offers, and she's excited to share this world of discovery with high school students. Having made her home in multiple countries, Jana brings a global perspective to her teaching. She's fascinated by different cultures, ways of life, tiny living solutions, and diverse approaches to problem-solving. This international experience enriches her ability to help students see design challenges from multiple perspectives.
Jason Nam (he/him)
Jason founded DesignDisco with the belief that empathy, creativity, and teamwork are essential skills to develop during adolescence. As an educator and consultant with a diverse background, he's passionate about helping people discover how design connects to their everyday lives. Jason has led workshops, panels, and educational trips around the world, and has shared his insights through talks at TEDx, TEDxYouth, and Bauhaus Study Rooms. His professional experience spans multiple design fields: brand designer at Fotografiska Museum, design teacher for high school students at Riverside International School, and architect with Samsung Engineering and MAP Architects. He holds a Master of Science in Design Research from the Bauhaus Dessau Foundation/Anhalt University and studied architecture at Virginia Tech and ARCHIP.
SUPPORTING TEAM
Barbs Koll (she/her) – Social Media Manager
Jongho Lim (he/him) – Graphic Designer