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The voice of industrial design since 1957
#designforabetterworld
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Showcasing a remarkable range of work from scholars and practitioners committed to designing for planet, we are excited to share the published papers from the
#WorldDesignCongressLondon2025
. Read the full publication at
bit.ly/wdo-globalresearchinaction
#designresearch
@designcouncil.bsky.social
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about 16 hours ago
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From working with forests as collaborators, to treating animals as stakeholders and designing systems that honour the deep entanglement of all living beings, read our latest newsletter to explore how #designers are embracing the more-than-human era. 🪸
bit.ly/design360-more-than-human
#designers
#morethanhuman
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Recognizing stellar works across industrial design, visual communication design and public space design, the winners of this year’s Taipei Design Award have been announced 🏆 Meet all the 2025 winners at
bit.ly/tda2025-winners
#endorsedbyWDO
#TaipeiDesignAward
#designaward
5 days ago
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Catch up on the recording from our
#webinar
with
#WDOMember
Service Design Network to hear from leadership coach
@andypolaine.bsky.social
on the evolution of service design and it’s role as a catalyst for organizational change. Watch now ➡️
bit.ly/wdosdn-webinar
#servicedesign
#designleadership
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11 days ago
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This week's recommended reading 📚 101 Things I Learned® in Product Design School by Sung Jang, Martin Thaler, and Matthew Frederick
#recommendedreading
#designbooks
#productdesign
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Don't miss our next #WDOMember webinar with International Balkan University and the team at Balkan University Press to discover your gateway to reputable publication platforms! 📅 10 December 2025 🕗 8:00 AM EST Registration is free ➡️
bit.ly/getpublishedwithbup
#WDOMember
#designresearch
#publishing
13 days ago
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This week's recommended reading 📚 Designing More-than-Human Smart Cities by Sara Heitlinger, Marcus Foth, and Rachel Clarke Renowned researchers and practitioners from urban planning to design, critically explore smart cities beyond a human-centred approach.
#recommendedreading
#smartcities
18 days ago
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Missed our webinar with Service Design Network last week? Catch up to hear insights from its President Birgit Mager and leadership coach Andy Polaine as they unpack why it’s now critical to achieving lasting organizational change. Stream on YouTube ▶️
bit.ly/wdosdn-webinar
#servicedesign
#webinar
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20 days ago
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This week's recommended reading 📚 Design Empathy and Contextual Awareness by Wayne K. Li The book provides business examples and templates to help designers hone their empathy and contextual awareness in order to achieve successful design outcomes.
#recommendedreading
#designbooks
#designempathy
25 days ago
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Don’t miss our #WDOMember webinar this week with Service Design Network! Tune in Wednesday, 19 November at 8:00am EST to discover design leadership insights and strategies from Birgit Mager and Andy Polaine Registration is free and open to all! ➡️
bit.ly/servicedesign-wdowebinar
28 days ago
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This week's recommended reading 📚 Design & Solidarity by Marisa Morán Jahn and Rafi Segal In this book, artist Marisa and architect Rafi converse about the transformative potential of mutualism and design with leading thinkers and practitioners
#recommendedreading
#designbooks
#designsolidarity
about 1 month ago
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The Notpla pipette is a single-serve dispenser made entirely from seaweed. Designed for olive oil and other liquid flavors, it releases a drip when you pinch and squeeze. 100 % home-compostable and edible, it’s a clever solution to plastic waste in food packaging.
#design
#circulardesign
#waste
about 1 month ago
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From shifting paradigms to circular innovation and policy design, this year's poster showcase at the World Design Congress highlighted some of the top #DesignforPlanet research work from across the globe. Check out the full poster gallery at
bit.ly/postergallery25
#DesignforPlanet
#worlddesigncongress
#congress2025
about 1 month ago
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This week's recommended reading 📚 More than Human: Making with the Living World by Daisy Hildyard, Tim Ingold, and Anna Tsing Rethink design beyond the human: how designers are altering and adapting practices to centre ecosystems and other species.
#recommendedreading
#designbooks
#morethanhuman
about 1 month ago
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The #Monarch is a letter-sized tablet features a refreshable Braille display, with electromagnetic pins that rise to display Braille and touch sensors that let users swipe and tap like on a regular tablet. It was recently named one of
TIME
#Monarch
s Best Inventions of 2025.
#accessibility
#inclusivedesign
about 1 month ago
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What does it take to design your own path? In the latest episode of
#NextinLineDesign
, UK-based transdisciplinary designer and social innovator Rhea Thomas talks about her journey from student to founder. Discover Rhea's story at
www.youtube.com/watch?v=4BUo...
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Rhea Thomas: Designing a Path to Foundership
YouTube video by World Design Organization
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4BUosasOafM
about 1 month ago
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This week's recommended reading 📚 Design as Politics by Tony Fry Design as Politics confronts the inadequacy of contemporary politics to deal with unsustainability.
#recommendedreading
#designbooks
#designaspolitics
#tonyfry
about 2 months ago
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A new white paper from WDC San Diego Tijuana 2024 and
UC San Diego
explores how civic design can move beyond workshops to create lasting impact through the framework of their Design to Action Networks (DANs). Read more at
bit.ly/wdc2024whitepaper
#worlddesigncapital
#sandiegotijuana
#wdc2024
about 2 months ago
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Looking to grow your design event’s audience and impact? Join us this Thursday, 30 October at 9pm EDT for an interactive webinar highlighting how you can benefit from a WDO Endorsement. Free and open to all! Reserve your spot now ➡️
bit.ly/wdoendorsementwebinar
about 2 months ago
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An important reminder to start the week 💭
#dieterrams
#design
#industrialdesign
about 2 months ago
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This year’s Gwangju Design Biennale features 163+ exhibits from 19 countries, showcasing everything from everyday objects to mobility solutions to cutting-edge technology. Learn more at
wdo.org/hottopics
#gwangjudesignbiennale2025
#designevent
#endorsedbyWDO
about 2 months ago
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Elected at last month's General Assembly in London, meet our 2025-2027 WDO Board of Directors ➡️
wdo.org/board
Stay tuned in the coming weeks as we profile each Board Member and share more about their design journeys and leadership insights 🌐
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3 months ago
A very special day ahead at the Design Museum in London, hosting the 34th
@wdo.org
General Assembly.
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Renowned industrial designer Dieter Rams has been named recipient of the 2025 World Design Medal™ in recognition of his profound impact on the profession of industrial design. The announcement took place today as part of the World Design Congress 2025 in London. Read more 🏅
bit.ly/wdm2025
3 months ago
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Attending the World Design Congress in London? Join us 8 September at Ironmongers’ Hall for the inaugural WDO Welcome Gala, an evening of conversation, connection and celebration 🥂 Space is limited Reserve your seat by 3 September 👉
bit.ly/wdowelcomegala
4 months ago
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With just 2 weeks to go until we kick off the World Design Congress 2025, swipe to see some highlights from the last time London hosted the Congress in 1969 🇬🇧 There's still time to book your ticket! Head to
worlddesigncongresslondon.com
to secure your spot today.
4 months ago
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As we prepare to kick off the 34th World Design Congress in London in a few short weeks, here are 4 things you (maybe) didn’t know about WDO's flagship event 👀
4 months ago
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Designed by Milú Brunell, a graduate of
#WDOMember
Savannah College of Art and Design, Soli is a soil-powered garden light that mimics the shape and movements of a sunflower 🌻
4 months ago
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In the latest episode of
#NextinLineDesign
, YDC members Arjit Singh and Veronica Albarran Carrillo dive into one of the biggest topics for early-career designers: portfolios. Tune in to the conversation ▶️
bit.ly/nextinline-designportfolio
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A Chat for Design Grads: Building the Perfect Portfolio
In this episode, YDC members Arjit Singh and Veronica Albarran Carrillo dive into one of the biggest topics for early-career designers: portfolios. Whether you're building your first one from scratch or giving your existing work a glow-up, they break down what makes a portfolio stand out - and what to avoid. From storytelling and visual cohesion to choosing the right format, Arjit and Veronica walk through how they approach tailoring portfolios for different opportunities. You’ll also hear their tips for showcasing your process, framing your impact, and making sure your work reflects your unique voice as a designer. 🧰 This is a practical, thoughtful guide for grads ready to take their portfolio to the next level. Connect with Arjit and Veronica below: https://www.linkedin.com/in/arjit-singh-/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/veronica-albarran-carrillo-3b344b10b/ For more about WDO’s Young Designers Circle, visit: https://wdo.org/programmes/young-designers-circle/ 📝 Download the podcast notes on the WDO website: bit.ly/ydcpodcastnotes #NextInLineDesign #AChatforDesignGrads #GraduationSeason #Buildingtheperfectportfolio *Credits* Edited by: José Tomas Marchant & Alexis Divis
https://bit.ly/nextinline-designportfolio
5 months ago
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Did you hear? We recently announced that the city of Busan has been designated
#WorldDesignCapital
2028! As South Korea’s second-largest city, Busan’s designation celebrates its strong commitment to design-driven urban development and inclusive innovation. Read more at
wdo.org/busan-metrop...
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Next month,
#GwangjuDesignBiennale
will kick off it's 11th edition. Under the theme of You, the World: How Design Embraces Humanity, the event will explore how shared values can be understood and interpreted through the lens of
#inclusivedesign
. Learn more
gwangjubiennale.org
#wdoendorsedevent
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Catch up on the latest episode of
#NextinLineDesign
to meet YDC Member Alicia Storie, a UK-based interior designer and founder of regenerative design studio _A Design Storie_. Tune in ▶️
bit.ly/nextinline-aliciastorie
#nextinlinedesign
#designpodcast
#sustainabledesign
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Alicia Storie: Sustainability as a Central Pillar
In this episode, we spotlight UK-based interior designer Alicia Storie, founder of _A Design Storie_ , whose work puts sustainability at the heart of every decision. From her early days as a university student to landing a role at a major studio in London, and eventually launching her own design practice, Alicia shares how she built a career grounded in values that matter. We explore the evolution of her sustainability mindset, the materials and methods she champions, and what it truly means to build an environmentally responsible design practice. Alicia also offers practical advice for young designers looking to integrate sustainability into their work, through education and with curiosity and courage. Whether you're just beginning your design journey or looking to align your work with your values, this episode is packed with insights and inspiration. 🟢 _Listen in and learn how sustainability can be a central pillar in your own design story._ Connect with Alicia and Alexis below: https://www.linkedin.com/in/aliciastorie-adesignstorie/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexis-divis-a24827208/ For more about WDO’s Young Designers Circle, visit: https://wdo.org/programmes/young-designers-circle/ 📝 Download the podcast notes on the WDO website: bit.ly/ydcpodcastnotes #NextInLineDesign #SustainableInteriors #SustainableDesign #DesignforPlanet *Credits* Edited by: José Tomas Marchant & Alexis Divis Hosted by: Alexis Divis This episode was recorded in June 2025.
https://bit.ly/nextinline-aliciastorie
5 months ago
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These are Yerba Madre Dirt Shoes 👣 🌱 Made from you guessed it, dirt, designed in collaboration with studio Basura to call attention on regeneration. The fully biodegradable shoes crumble and spread the wildflower seeds embedded in their sole.
#biodesign
#regenerativedesign
#yerbamadre
5 months ago
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This week's
#RecommendedReading📚
Aino+Alvar Aalto: A Life Together by Heikki Aalto-Alanen
#finnishdesign
#designbooks
#design
5 months ago
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Missed our
#WorldIndustrialDesignDay
broadcast last month? The full let's get ethical programme is now available to stream on our Youtube page ▶️
bit.ly/streamletsgetethical
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#WDOMember
Dassault Systèmes is pioneering virtual worlds that can improve real life for consumers, patients and citizens. We spoke to Anne Asensio to learn more about the company's mission to harmonize product, nature and life. Only on
wdo.org/hottopics
#bravenewworld
#designinnovation
#biotech
5 months ago
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Calling all design entrepreneurs and innovators! Registration is open for the 2025 Design Intelligence Award until 20 July. Companies, designers and students wanting to take their design projects to the next level are invited to submit 🏆 Learn more
en.di-award.org
#designaward
#wdoendorsedevent
5 months ago
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This week's
#RecommendedReading📚
Designing through Planetary Breakdown by Jesse Adams Stein and Chantel Carr
#materialdesign
#designbooks
#design
5 months ago
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As part of this year's World Design Congress,
#WDOMember
@designcouncil.bsky.social
is working towards a great, green design shift: upskilling 1 million designers in green design skills by 2030 with "The Skills for Planet Blueprint." Read more
wdo.org/hottopics
#skillsforplanet
#designforplanet
5 months ago
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Less than one month left! Entries for the 2025 Taipei Design Award, spanning industrial design, visual communication design, public space design and the new Taipei Impact Design category, are closing soon. Submit your work before 31 July 🔗
bit.ly/taipeidesignaward2025
#designaward
#design
6 months ago
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Earlier today, in collaboration with Andreu World and
@fundaciodisseny.com
, we hosted a series of live
#letsgetethical
conversations from the HQ of Valencia Innovation Capital. Thanks for joining us in person and online as we celebrated
#WorldIndustrialDesignDay
#widd2025
#valencia
6 months ago
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This week's
#RecommendedReading📚
Universal Methods of Ethical Design by Sai Shruthi Chivukula and Colin Gray.
#ethicaldesign
#designbooks
#design
6 months ago
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Don’t miss the last few hours of
#letsgetethical
! Join us over on YouTube as we celebrate World Industrial Design Day 2025 ➡️
bit.ly/letsgetethicalyt
#WIDD
#WIDD2025
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reposted by
World Design Organization
University of Brighton Design Archives
6 months ago
The International Council of Societies of Industrial Design (ICSID) promotes industrial designers, provides training & education & encourages international cooperation. Now known as the World Design Organisation for
#WIDD2025
explore their archive:
archiveshub.jisc.ac.uk/designarchiv...
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WE'RE LIVE! let’s get ethical is now streaming on our YouTube page! Tune in hear from 50+ global speakers as they explore what it means to design ethically in today’s world ▶️
bit.ly/letsgetethicalyt
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6 months ago
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50+ speakers. 20 countries. 16 hours of discussions exploring ethical design 🧱 Tune in to let's get ethical in celebration of World Industrial Design Day, streaming on YouTube as of 2am CEST. ➡️
youtube.com/@WorldDesignOrg
#letsgetethical
#ethicaldesign
#widd2025
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6 months ago
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There's less than one week left to submit your abstract or poster for the World Design Congress 2025 ⏰⏰⏰ Don't miss your chance to showcase your
#DesignforPlanet
research on the global stage this September in London. Head to
bit.ly/congress2025abstracts
to submit before the deadline on 31 May
7 months ago
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Looking for a unique leadership opportunity? We're accepting nominations from individuals interested in serving on our 2025-2027 Board of Directors 📣 Learn more about how to submit your candidacy before 30 June 2025 at
bit.ly/wdoboardnominations
7 months ago
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In celebration of World Industrial Design Day 2025, we're partnering with
#AndreuWorld
to broadcast a series of creative talks on 27 June exploring the building blocks of ethical design. Want to join the conversation? Contribute your story before 13 May at
bit.ly/letsgetethical2025
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8 months ago
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Few names are as closely associated with design recognition as Professor Dr. Peter Zec, the Founder of
#RedDot
. In a recent conversation with WDO, he offers a rare glimpse into the thinking that continues to define design excellence on a global stage. Read the full feature at
bit.ly/wdo-peterzec
8 months ago
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