Brockett Horne

Brockett Horne is a faculty member at the Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA), specializing in object design and visual identity. His work encompasses a diverse range of projects, including design research, typography, and collaborative initiatives aimed at expanding graphic design history to include diverse cultures.

Academic and Professional Background

Horne's academic involvement includes teaching at MICA, where he focuses on design principles and the significance of visual identity. He has contributed to various projects that explore the intersection of design and social issues, such as the People’s Graphic Design Archive, which aims to document and represent a broader narrative in graphic design history. This initiative includes contributions from multiple collaborators to create an inclusive archive of design history.1

Notable Projects

• Monogram Project: Horne's ongoing work investigates the cultural significance of monograms, asserting identity and ownership through personalized designs on mass-produced items.
• Vent-Lock: In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, he collaborated with a team from Johns Hopkins University to develop a visual identity system for a bio-inspired ventilator splitter, aimed at increasing ventilator capacity during the health crisis. This project included creating logos, color schemes, and information graphics.1

Research Interests

Horne's research interests include:

• Decentering Whiteness: He contributed to an annotated bibliography aimed at expanding design history beyond Eurocentric perspectives.
• Community Engagement: His work often involves collaboration with artists and designers to address social issues through visual communication.1

Brockett Horne's contributions to design education and practice reflect a commitment to inclusivity and innovation in the field.