Our Special Interest Groups (SIGs)

We have many SIGs for members to get involved with. Click here to find out more!

New publication: Methodical Development of Modular Product Families

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

Design Education SIG report on Digital Solutions for Design Education

This report is formed from the discussion of the panel session on Digital Solutions for Design Education which took place at the International Conference on Engineering Design 2023 at the Université de Bordeaux, France on Friday 28th July 2023.

Design Society UK Members - Income Tax Relief

The Design Society (DS) has been approved by the Commissioners for HM Revenue and Customs under Section 344 of the Income Tax (Earnings and Pensions) Act 2003 allowing UK taxpayers to claim tax relief on professional membership fees.

Board of Management

BM Elections 2025 - Call for Nominations

All members of the Society are eligible to participate in the election process. A member may nominate another member for candidature; however, self-nominations are not permitted. Nominees should be active in Society activities and organisation.

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)

Design Society Rigi Meeting 2019

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.

In Memoriam: Umberto Cugini

Umberto Cugini 1941-2021: The Design Society sadly announces the passing of Prof. Umberto Cugini, well-known by many DS members for his active role in the world of engineering design and ICT technologies.

Online Learning Zone

Visit our 'Online Learning Zone' to watch videos of seminars and keynotes from notable names in the design community.

DS Scholarships (ICED25)

The Design Society is pleased to launch two new scholarship models to support our members’ participation in leading conferences across the design research and education community. These scholarships are designed to foster inclusivity, reduce financial barriers, and enhance member engagement by enabling more members to attend and contribute to Design Society-supported events.