Designing for Sex and Gender Equity

This book explores how design interventions can support sex and gender equity and provides a unique overview of creative design responses to these issues. It combines primary and secondary research and contemporary theories on sex, gender, and design and will be of interest to scholars in various fields.

Format: Hardback
Length: 144 pages
Publication date: 19 December 2023
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Drawing on original designer interviews, this comprehensive book delves into the profound ways in which design interventions can and do promote sex and gender equity, while also shedding light on the persistent barriers that hinder these efforts. Authored by Isabel Prochner, this groundbreaking work not only brings to the forefront the pressing sex and gender issues related to design artifacts but also offers a unique perspective on the innovative design responses that address these challenges. Through a series of captivating case studies and in-depth designer interviews, Prochner provides valuable insights into how designers can navigate the complexities of addressing these issues, be it the scarcity of anthropometric data, the challenges in securing investment and business support, or even the resistance from the public. By seamlessly integrating primary and secondary research with the most cutting-edge theories on sex, gender, and design, Prochner has crafted a seminal work that appeals to scholars across a wide range of disciplines, including design studies, sex and gender studies, social design, design for health, industrial design, product design, fashion design, and interaction design. This book is a must-read for anyone passionate about fostering a more inclusive and equitable world through design.

Weight: 450g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781032283647