Carlos Velasquez is a student at Appalachian State University from Morganton, North Carolina, pursuing a double major in Industrial Design and Apparel Design & Merchandising. He has expanded his studio experience through international study in Prague and with IDSA. His work includes hands-on prototyping across apparel and product design, exploring between form and function. In the future, Carlos plans to gain industry experience while also developing his own brand that unites functionality, style, and personal expression.