David is a communication designer, university lecturer, and researcher. His work bridges professional practice, teaching, and research, with a particular focus on brand development, communication strategy, and speculative design.
He currently teaches at ISMAT and at the Faculty of Architecture of the University of Lisbon, combining his academic career with the development of design and brand strategy projects.
He is a PhD candidate in Design at the Faculty of Architecture of the University of Lisbon and is affiliated with CIAUD (Research Centre for Architecture, Urban Planning and Design). His research explores the potential of speculative design in higher education, investigating pedagogical approaches to imagining, questioning, and constructing alternative future scenarios.
Between brands, classrooms, and futures yet to exist, he explores design as a space for experimentation, critical thinking, and transformation.