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Let there be anything

From stadiums to headphones to VFX dragons, design and make anything with Autodesk.

Every bold idea begins with a spark

Behind every breakthrough is a journey of persistence, precision, and possibility. With Autodesk, design and make anything—from first draft to final masterpiece.  

Design & Make Forces of Change

What does the next decade hold for Design & Make? Inevitably, history will be made and innovations unlocked. Our Foresight team has identified 10 forces of change to help you think through ways to approach the future.

Across every industry

Meet streetwear designer Tega Akinola

UK based multi-disciplinary artist and designer Tega Akinola shot to fame for her innovative and sustainable designs and collabs with brands like Nike. Now, she's celebrating limitless possibilities—and the power of Autodesk Fusion—with a one-of-a-kind summer sandal.

Image of a concept design by Autodesk Community user Prof_Dr_Osama

Explore the Autodesk Community Gallery

Share and be inspired by the amazing projects that designers and makers like you are creating with Autodesk.

Free Autodesk software for students and educators

Autodesk offers free access to our full portfolio of Design and Make software for eligible students and educators, empowering them with professional-grade tools to develop in-demand skills for careers in Design and Make industries.

Get to know Autodesk

What is Autodesk's Design & Make Platform?

Autodesk's Design and Make Platform includes three industry clouds, Forma, Fusion, and Flow, that connect data, utilize AI-powered insights and automations, and help deliver business outcomes faster.

Where can I learn more about Design & Make?

We’re glad you asked! Our State of Design & Make Report is an annual global study revealing insights from industry leaders on how digital transformation drives business resilience, sustainability, and talent management. Explore the latest trends and findings in the 2025 Report here.

Wait, is Autodesk the company that does AutoCAD? 

Yes! Or more like “Yes and...”  AutoCAD started it all in 1982, and today we are a global leader in software for architects, builders, engineers, designers, manufacturers, 3D artists, and production teams. Our extensive portfolio of cloud-based and desktop applications span a wide range of industries to empower innovators everywhere to design and make a better world.

Is Autodesk software free for students and educators?

Yes! With our Autodesk education plan, we give eligible students and educators free access to our professional-grade software and tools. Autodesk is committed to providing the in-demand skills, hands-on experience, and industry-recognized credentials that students need to secure resilient careers in Design & Make industries. Learn more about our education plan here.