Christopher Cote is a graphic designer, educator, and researcher interested in how design makes ideas public. His work explores alternative forms of publishing through printed matter, installations, and design interventions that share stories, research, and local knowledge beyond traditional formats. Across his practice and teaching, he asks how designed artifacts shape public understanding by creating audiences, guiding interpretation, and moving ideas across contexts.

Education 

Bachelor of Arts in History and International Studies, The University of Washington
Master of Fine Arts in Graphic Design, Rhode Island School of Design 

Expertise & Interests

• Place-based Design
• Participatory Design
• Community Engagement
• Independent Publishing
• experimental Publishing
• Experiential Learning
• Design Education
• Archives and Memory