DesignUnited.Dialogues

Dialogues and the Mission Days of Dutch Design Week

We present our Dialogues within the Mission Days of Dutch Design Week in a new partnership with the Dutch Design Foundation. We invite participants to join our five consecutive thematic morning programmes in the Natlab, to discuss, test, play and experience the latest design research at the 4TU. Monday, October 21, 10:00 - 12:30 Living Environment (pre-register) Tuesday, October 22, 10:00 - 12:30 Thriving Planet (pre-register) Wednesday, October 23, 11:30 - 14:30 Digital Future (pre-register) (co-located with the Design&AI symposium) Thursday, October 24, 10:00 - 12:30 Health and Wellbeing (pre-register) Friday, October 25, 10:00 - 12:30 Equal Society (pre-register)

Read more about our themes and programme: https://www.4tu.nl/du/editions/changing-gears/

Living Environment Designing our living environment, mobility and the materials we use to create them goes hand-in hand with shaping our own quality of life. Thriving Planet In the middle of the climate crisis, what can design do for the planet? We explore diverse approaches to reimagine our relations with all living beings, environments, and technology. Digital Future The Digital Future is here. But what is the future of Digital Future—and what skills does it ask of designers in shaping a desirable future Digital Future? Health & Wellbeing How can design harmonize individuals, communities and larger systems for healthier and more fulfilling lives? Equal Society To achieve equality in society, we must (re)design systems and interactions that value everyone. Safety, inclusiveness and connection are key here.