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Making inclusion actionable in design studio teaching: a practice-oriented framework for developing inclusive designers

Oro, Bruno; Malhotra, Subinay

Type:
Papers
DS 145: Proceedings of the DESIGN2026 19th International Design Conference
Year:
2026
Editor:
Štorga, M.; Škec, S.; Martinec, T.; Marjanović, D.; Pavković, N.
Author:
Oro, Bruno; Malhotra, Subinay
Series:
DESIGN
Institution:
Iowa State University, United States of America
Page(s):
3133-3142
DOI number:
10.1017/pds.2026.10671
ISSN:
2732-527X (Online)
Abstract:
This paper presents the Designable Inclusive Design Methodology, a modular framework that was tested across two consecutive semesters in a company-sponsored design studio within academic settings. The toolkit provides practical and repeatable methods that embed inclusion throughout the design process. Developed through research through design, it offers a fast and flexible alternative to large-scale curriculum reform. Initial findings indicate that the use of the methodology enhances student confidence, fosters deeper reflection, and promotes inclusive thinking in everyday studio work.
Keywords:
inclusive design, design education, design methodology, universal design, design methods
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