Bryan D. Orthel, PhD, is Associate Professor of interior design and Director of the Interior Design Program at Indiana University Bloomington. His interdisciplinary background and professional experience shape his interest in the breadth of problems. In professional practice, he designed for small-scale commercial clients and worked on preservation programs assisting traditional communities. His scholarship explores how we understand and use history and heritage in design and in daily living. He also researches the pedagogy of design, design thinking, and creativity. He is a former Chair of the Journal of Interior Design Board of Directors, a former Director (and President) of the IDEC Foundation, and former editor of the IDEC Exchange. He holds NCIDQ and NCARB certificates.
