Manuela doesn't just design for the future—she designs futures that actually matter. This designer, researcher, and mentor has co-founded multiple initiatives that challenge how we think about digital experiences and their impact on the world.

From sustainable design practices to inclusive research methods, Manuela explores how design can create positive change rather than just pretty interfaces. As Academic Manager at IED, she teaches the next generation that great design isn't just functional—it's responsible.

Her approach combines critical thinking with hands-on experimentation, proving that the future of design lies in caring as much about impact as aesthetics.