Scott Jones
About Scott Jones
Scott Jones is an Assistant Professor of Interior Architecture at The George Washington University, where he has taught since 2015. He has a background in industrial design and marketing, with experience in various educational and professional roles, and he operates a design studio focused on furniture and product design.
Current Position at The George Washington University
Scott Jones serves as an Assistant Professor in Interior Architecture at The George Washington University. He has held this position since 2015, contributing to the academic environment for over nine years. In his role, he teaches a variety of courses, including Residential Studio, Materials & Color, Graphic Communications, Furniture Design, and Architectural History (Modern). His teaching approach combines playful curiosity with a research-driven, human-centered methodology.
Previous Experience in Design and Marketing
Scott Jones has a diverse professional background that includes roles in both design and marketing. He worked as a Marketing Program Manager at XM Satellite Radio from 2006 to 2008 and later served as a Senior Marketing Manager at KaBOOM! from 2008 to 2010. His design experience includes positions as a Soft Goods Designer at Manhattan Portage from 2011 to 2013 and as a Product Designer/Industrial Designer at Gensler from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, he worked as a Design Educator in Furniture Design at Bronx River Art Center in 2013.
Educational Background and Qualifications
Scott Jones holds a Master of Industrial Design (MID) from Pratt Institute, where he studied from 2010 to 2013. He also earned a Bachelor of Arts (BA) in International Relations from George Mason University, completing his studies there from 1992 to 1995. His educational background in design and international relations informs his approach to teaching and design practice.
Design Philosophy and Studio Work
Scott Jones explores the intersections of human interaction, patterns, and rituals with the behavior of materials, forms, and physical connections in his design philosophy. He operates a design studio named opn_sea, which showcases his work in furniture and product design. His approach combines playful curiosity with a research-driven, human-centered perspective, allowing him to create designs that resonate with users.