James Hovell
James Hovell is an adjunct practice instructor in urban technology at Taubman College of Architecture and Urban Planning. He is a multifaceted professional encompassing roles as a designer, software developer, machinist, and metal fabricator. His innovative work includes designing and developing educational exhibits for The Exploratorium in San Francisco, California. He has also created urban prototypes for festivals and hackathons, collaborating with the Gray Area Foundation for the Arts to reimagine municipal and public spaces in San Francisco. In partnership with Our City, he designed and fabricated temporary playground prototypes, celebrating the spirit of play for the City of Oakland. Since returning to Detroit, he has contributed his expertise to the Michigan Science Center, overseeing their exhibit collection. Previously, he served as a faculty member at the College for Creative Studies, where he taught advanced courses in experience and interaction design. He holds a bachelor’s degree in graphic design from the College for Creative Studies.
