Come apply your digital design skills re-imagining how we design drones

The Digital Design Network+ explores and demonstrates what digital design can bring to Engineering Design processes. For this, we are creating a set of Digital Design Challenges that provide open-ended briefs. Case study 1 is open. Apply by 23 July.

Database and Report: The Value of Engineering Design Research - UK Study

Members of Design Society now benefit from a newly accessible database showcasing a collection of significant Engineering Design research projects. This repository serves as a robust foundation to support and advocate for future research endeavours.

CONFERENCES

DESIGN2026 - The 19th International Design Conference

The DESIGN Conference aims to bring together researchers and practitioners who have worked on or thought about engineering and industrial design from various perspectives, disciplines, and fields. (Full Paper Submission Deadline: 15 November)

DS MEMBERSHIP

DS Mentorship Programme: New Cycle Launching Soon!

The Design Society Mentorship Programme wraps up its second successful year — and we're gearing up for the 2025–26 edition, launching this September! Open to all members, the programme connects early-career researchers, PhD students, and seasoned professionals for meaningful growth and collaboration. Apply by 15 August 2025!

NordDesign Attendees: Get involved with our Nordic Chapter

Find out how to sign up here

New publication: Methodical Development of Modular Product Families

Check out this publication co-authored by Dieter Krause, and spread the word.

Design Society Rigi Meeting 2020

Every year the Board of Management, Advisory Board and SIG and Chapter Leaders of the Design Society meet to discuss the development and administration of the Society and, in a day of scientific discussions.

The Design Society on Social Media

Increase your networking abilities by joining us on our social media platforms.

Design Society Rigi Meeting 2018

Every year the Board of Management, Advisory Board and SIG and Chapter Leaders of the Design Society meet to discuss the development and administration of the Society and, in a day of scientific discussions, to explore important issues in design rese

Members' Dashboard: How to interact with us

We have made it easier for you, as Design Society member, to access and edit your data and to contribute to the Design Society website