Research & Education in Design: People & Processes & Products & Philosophy: Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Research and Education in Design (REDES 2019), November 14-15, 2019, Lisbon, Portugal

Design is about creating meaningful connections to solve problems and advance human wellbeing. This book focuses on the connection between design research and education, addressing the question of whether research skills should be integrated into undergraduate courses and how design courses can be modified without compromising the positive aspects of the educational studio experience. Design knowledge resides in people, processes, products, and philosophy, and this book explores the intersection of these four areas to advance the state of the design discipline.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 322 pages
Publication date: 01 February 2022
Publisher: Taylor & Francis Ltd

Design is a multifaceted discipline that seeks to establish meaningful connections to address challenges and enhance human well-being. Throughout its evolution, design has continuously explored the profound interplay between form, function, technology, meaning, beauty, and utility, as well as the intricate relationships between people, artefacts, problems, and solutions.

In the context of contemporary society, characterized by its hyper-complexity and global competitiveness, these questions become increasingly pertinent for both Design Education and Design Research. Should research skills be integrated into undergraduate courses? How can design courses be modified without compromising the positive aspects of the educational studio experience? Can the three cycles of higher education in design be combined into a cohesive and inquisitive educational continuum?

To delve into the relationship between research and education in Design, it is essential to consider the concept of knowledge. Recognizing that the primary objective of a University is the development and dissemination of new and valuable knowledge, we must acknowledge that design possesses its own unique set of things to know and methods for uncovering them. Design knowledge encompasses the knowledge held by individuals, the processes employed, the products created, and the philosophical foundations that underpin the discipline.

This book aims to explore the intersection of these four areas, seeking to uncover insights that can further advance the current state of the design discipline. By examining the relationships and interactions between people, artefacts, problems, and solutions, design educators and researchers can contribute to the growth and evolution of the field. Through a comprehensive and interdisciplinary approach, this book aims to provide valuable perspectives and methodologies for those involved in Design Education and Research, fostering a deeper understanding of the role of knowledge in shaping the future of design.

Weight: 617g
Dimension: 246 x 174 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780367530129