Awardees

In recognition of the contributions of our members, we’re launching three new awards. These are designed to highlight excellence at different career stages, from emerging researchers to those with a long track record of significant contributions.

The new awards are for:

Design Research Impact on Practice Award
Design for Social Sustainability
Early Career Research Achievements in Design Research.

The first recipients of these awards will be announced at ICED25 in Dallas (11-14 Aug 2025) and will be listed on this page!

Find out more about the DS Awards here.

Honorary Fellows

Honorary Fellowship is the highest honour the Society can bestow in recognition of the highest standard of professional achievement in design practice, teaching or research. Honorary Fellows reflect the values and aspirations of the Society.

Young Members

Young members Activities

The Design Society especially welcomes all young members and is committed to supporting their education and careers through interesting and beneficial services.

Young Members

Mentorship Programme

Interested in mentoring or being mentored? Apply now for the 2025/26 Design Society Mentorship Programme - starting this September. Open to all members, the programme fosters year-long professional growth and meaningful connections.

Design Society Fellows

From time to time, the Society recognises individuals for their contributions to design research, education, practice and service by bestowing Design Society Fellowships.

Fellows

A Fellow is a Design Society Member, recognised by the Society to have made a truly significant contribution to the Society and its aims and objectives.

Community

Awardees