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‘Human health is inextricably linked to the health of the planet’
In the latest of our interviews with Future Observatory researchers, we would like to introduce you to Paul Rodgers and Mel Woods – co-Directors of Design HOPES (Healthy Organisation in a Place-based
Leilah Hirson-Comley
Introducing a new issue of Future Observatory Journal
We are delighted to bring you Issue 02 of Future Observatory Journal. We launched the journal earlier this year to explore more expansive narratives for design that respond to the true scale of the
Author:
Justin McGuirk
More-than-human thinking for multiple audiences
Understanding the potential of designing with and for other species and living systems feels like an urgent undertaking. That is why we adopted More than Human as an ongoing research theme for 2024-5 – one that runs across our grants funding, our publishing and our exhibition-making.
Author:
Justin McGuirk
Book Now: A Conversation with Space Popular and Shumi Bose
Join us for an evening with Space Popular, the innovative design studio renowned for their exploration of architecture, virtual environments, and storytelling. This talk highlights the innovative work
Free Exhibition at the Design Museum: Tomorrow's Wardrobe
What is the future of fashion at a time of climate crisis? Discover the urgent research and innovation taking place to design a future for fashion that is both stylish and sustainable. Tomorrow's
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Design Researchers in Residence 2024-25
More-than-human Fellowship 2024-25
The taste of bioregioning in Taiwan
Earlier this month I attended Circular Design Week in Taiwan, and had the opportunity to join a group of people from various backgrounds – design, engineering, food, publishing – curious to see some of the different approaches to circularity being adopted in the island nation.
Author:
Justin McGuirk
‘We all have a stake in biodiversity’
In conversation with Future Observatory coordinator Leilah Hirson-Comley, Nick and Rupert share how their Design Exchange Partnership is exploring new ways to record and experience urban biodiversity.
Leilah Hirson-Comley
‘Tech is shaping the conversations and culture around climate action’
In conversation with Future Observatory coordinator Leilah Hirson-Comley, Jo Walton shares how his Design Accelerator project is helping the cultural sector improve its digital sustainability.
Leilah Hirson-Comley
The return of the grand narrative
Justin McGuirk revisits his three-tiered framework for impact in design research, with a particular focus on stories. Does the ‘green transition’ not demand a new grand narrative?
Author:
Justin McGuirk
Design Exchange Partnerships 2024: Biodiversity
Design Accelerators 2024: Commercialisation
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Growing a Home, with Material Cultures
Recycling Colour, with Aida Rafat
Stone Age revival, with Amin Taha
Luxury from Landfill, with Elvis & Kresse
