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A lens is a medium that focuses or disperses a light beam. Design then offers various types of refraction, creating different effects through the lens. Design is like a multi-perspective lens that transforms all elements in our daily lives in the past, present, and future into multiple possibilities. At the same time, it reflects our […]
An annual virtual summit of delightful conversations around design, curated by the OLX Autos Design team. Website
For this, the Design Culture Leadership at the ARCH College is working towards propagating the concepts of design thinking and application by familiarizing our youth in schools & colleges with design methods and imparting design skills, enabling them to become design leaders, creators and innovators. The Confluence seeks to create an interface between education and […]
Join Andreu World in a panel discussion on the role of women in the challenge for sustainability from different approaches in the fields of architecture, design, education and business. There will be conversations with: Patricia Urquiola (Architect and Designer), Dina Storey (Director of Sustainability (Expo 2020)), Lorena del Río (Director of projects at SEGIPSA), Juan Roldán (Professor. […]
The two-day conference brings together design students, researchers, employers, professionals, policy makers and stake holders to reflect on the Evolution of Afrikan Visual Design in the Digital World. Under three broad themes of Virtual Reality, the Future and the Power to Influence. These three broad themes point at a need to anchor Afrikan art and […]
Design has always been about looking forward, but how do you design for an increasingly uncertain future? Bound by the encroaching threats of climate change, economic instability and concerns around public health, it is time for us to work together to reimagine what lies ahead. Collectively, we must heed the lessons learned from the past […]
HKDI has invited Gerfried Stocker of Ars Electronica, Jorgen Sevild of INQOVA and Yat Siu of Animoca Brands to deliver online lectures to shed light on what the future is like for arts technology, digital fashion and the Metaverse . Website WDO Member: Hong Kong Design Institute
Massive Design Changes: the evolution of Design practices" Master Classes - 1° Appointment with Designer Clino Trino Castelli with "Sustainable Aesthetics. Goodbye Lifestyle, hello Living Models Website WDO Member: POLI.design
The best of sustainable design innovations from 20 Estonia designers are shown at the design exhibition organised by EAD and Art Academy. It demonstrates how the creators’ innovation and smart technologies in recycling can turn used items into new products, thus safeguarding limited resources and protecting the environment. The topic has become especially prominent during […]
At a time when Europe is laying the foundations of the New European Bauhaus, and in addition to the biennial's programming, this week dedicated to research, education and training will give designers, schools, universities, companies and networks the opportunity to share their practices and to build together the foundations of a lifelong education and practice […]
Over the course of this 2-day virtual conference, you'll gain the tools and insights you need to champion sustainability within your organization. You'll learn how to position yourself as a design leader capable of demonstrating the benefits of a triple bottom line: people, planet, and profit. Through presentations, interactive breakout sessions, and panel discussions with […]
We have been telling stories for centuries. We find it easier to remember information that is structured by means of a causal connection. Companies tell us their “brand story”. Unlike books with lineair plots, brand stories evolve over time and are (visually) expressed through many channels. Wherever people encounter a piece of the narrative they […]
As part of our regional engagement, WDO Members in Southeast Asia have been exploring 'how to develop a sustainable mindset'. Taking place on 25 May, the second of this three-part online series will be led by guest speakers from the Digital Society School (Netherlands) and will focus on how to reduce design waste through behavioural […]
Connecting the dots between India and the world, between creators, innovators, entrepreneurs leading open systems. Who are boldly shaping tomorrow and day after in uncertain times. Design Open DICE is a pop up lab and a place to experiment with fresh ideas, to challenge and complement one another. With insights from leaders shaping new cultures, […]
An event for designers, professionals and students, and for all those interested in design. The best national and international designers will show us how they work and their opinion on the current design situation. Experience Valencia 2022 is a mix between digital and interactive design, graphic design, motion graphics, music, creatives, product designers and artists. […]
The Third "China Umbrella Cup" International Umbrella Creative Design Competition promotes the transformation and development of the umbrella industry, realizing the transformation and innovation of enterprises with the power of industrial design. Now accepting submissions, the contest introduces talents to stimulate and develop the potential market of the umbrella industry, to accelerate the industrial transformation […]
Over the course of 24 hours from 28-29 June, we are looking to capture diverse leadership topics and experiences from around the world that showcase not only those at the top providing direction, but all leaders using design to shape other sectors. From education and mentorship to sustainability and policy, we're looking for individuals with […]
COVID, climate change, wars, gender struggles and new technology acceleration: recent events question the societal choices we have made in the past years. As we realize that change is the only constant in our personal and professional lives, we recognize that business as usual cannot be the answer. To change direction, we need a different […]
POLI.design invites you to participate in the DIGITAL OPEN DAYS on Wednesday 29 and Thursday 30 June 2022. A unique opportunity to get to know our reality, marked out by over 20 years of experience in the design sector, and to confront yourself directly with the Directors and Didactic Coordinators of the Specializing Masters and […]
The theme of IXDC2022 is "Sustainable", and the key dimensions of "Digital", "Diverse" and "Secure" will be used to explore the sustainable development of interconnectedness and coexistence of goodwill. Website WDO Member: International Experience Design Conference (IxDC)
