Nationality: Italian

Education: MA Industrial Design, IUAV Venice, BA Industrial Design for Architecture, University of Parma.

Andrea is a multidisciplinary designer with expertise in art direction, illustration, branding, editorial and UI design. With more than 15 years of international experience in London and Amsterdam, he combines professional practice with education. Since 2011 he has led Designautonomo.net, delivering freelance design services across branding, editorial and digital media. His work supports brands in building distinctive visual identities across print and digital platforms.

As Head of the Graphic Design & Media Department at Marbella Design Academy, Andrea oversees the successful delivery of the validated BA (Hons) programme, drawing on his extensive industry experience across advertising, industrial and graphic design studios. He also lectures in the Master’s in Innovation Design, where he teaches Speculative Design with a focus on the role of emerging technologies and AI in shaping future creative practices.

Selected clients: The Wildlife Trusts· Microsoft UK · Bonne Maman · Beyond Meat · Hello Kitty · Beck’s · Autodesk · Pirelli Pzero · Vans · FIA Formula E · Utrecht University Museum · Jumeirah Hotels