About the Artist
Greg Van Alstyne
Greg Van Alstyne is a Canadian designer, researcher, and educator whose work bridges design, media, and foresight. He is an Associate Professor at OCAD University in Toronto and co-founding Director of the university’s Strategic Innovation Lab (sLab), where he develops research around communication, futures thinking, and design’s role in complex systems. Earlier in his career, Van Alstyne played a key role at the Museum of Modern Art in New York, helping to launch its Department of New Media and shaping its early digital initiatives.
His projects have explored innovation in publishing, collaborative design, and the evolution of media in cultural and technological contexts. With a practice that ranges from speculative design to systemic foresight, Van Alstyne has contributed to international conferences, exhibitions, and publications, positioning him as a leading voice in design futures and interdisciplinary research.
