Invitation

The DESIGN Conference steadfastly serves as a forum for the discussion and advancement of engineering design knowledge, encompassing everything from cognitive science and philosophy to methodological innovation and the practical application of design research. We engage rigorously in the transition from the well-trodden paths of known methods to the invigorating challenges of unexplored design frontiers.

Our tradition is to cultivate and expand the corpus of engineering design knowledge, bridging theoretical underpinnings and hands-on practice. In an ever-changing world, the role of design becomes paramount. It is instrumental in responding to transformative changes, promoting wellness, ensuring sustainable development, reimagining futures, and rethinking product design and development processes.

We seek to probe and enhance design methodologies, tools, projects, and processes. Our goal is to foster the creation of products and services that contribute to a healthier world. We question which competencies, informational and communication technologies are requisite, examining their impact on daily design work. The conference will address pressing social and environmental considerations, the pedagogy for future designers, effective communication of ideas, and knowledge sharing in the new normal.

We invite applied, theoretical, and results-oriented papers from both academia and industry that undergo thorough analysis or substantiated argumentation. Contributions should align with the engineering design focus and fit within one of the conference's proposed topics. These topics are intended to be extensive but not exhaustive, representing a wide spectrum of design concerns.

Included is a list of core topics exemplifying the heart of the conference. We explicitly require all contributors to demonstrate how their work advances the broader research within these realms of engineering design. For a comprehensive description of topics and instructions for online submission, please visit https://www.designconference.org/topics.

The Programme Chairs anticipate high-quality submissions that deliver substantial, original, and previously unpublished research. Academic rigor should underpin these contributions, equipping designers with innovative methods and tools suited to the evolving demands of engineering design.