Asia Chapter

To establish a sustainable network of active members of the Design Society that promotes Design Society activities in the Asian design community including academia and industry.

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To establish a sustainable network of active members of the Design Society that promotes Design Society activities in the Asian design community including academia and industry. To foster collaboration in design research, education and practices in Asia while connecting to the other active communities of Design Society. To construct design knowledge infrastructure to introduce and apply global design knowledge in Asia and to create and disseminate Asia-specific design knowledge. To develop strong connection between design research community with industry reflecting Asia-specific organizational and cultural aspects. To improve design education in Asia at all levels with enhancements in regional and global collaboration.

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Amaresh Chakrabarti

Indian Institute of Science
India

Amaresh Chakrabarti is a Professor of Engineering Design at Centre for Product Design and Manufacturing, Indian Institute of Science (IISc),...

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Chapters and Regional Engagement

The Design Society’s global reach is strengthened by its regional Chapters, which serve as local hubs for engagement, collaboration, and knowledge sharing. These Chapters bring together members within specific geographic areas to foster a sense of community and address region-specific design challenges and opportunities. Active Chapters currently operate in Asia, North America, each organising events, workshops, and networking opportunities tailored to local contexts.

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The Society supports a range of initiatives aimed at advancing design research, education, and practice globally. These include doctoral summer schools, collaborative research programs, mentoring schemes, and outreach efforts that connect academia with industry. Many of these initiatives are driven by our members and aligned with the Society’s mission to promote inclusive, interdisciplinary, and forward-thinking design work.

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DS in the World is powered by the passion and expertise of our members. Whether it’s launching a new educational program, leading a Chapter, or developing tools for the design community, these activities reflect the Society’s commitment to shaping the future of design. We invite all members to contribute and actively participate in building a stronger, more connected design network worldwide.