About the Journal

Design Insights is a peer-reviewed, open-access journal dedicated to disseminating cutting-edge research, insightful reviews, and impactful case studies across the vast and multifaceted field of design. Our mission is to serve as a premier platform where designers, researchers, and professionals from various disciplines—ranging from humanities and social sciences to industrial and digital design, and from cultural studies to the arts—can share innovative ideas, methodologies, and applications.

At Design Insights, we believe that design is a critical lens through which to understand and transform our world. The journal aims to foster a multidisciplinary dialogue that enriches our understanding of design and its potential to address complex challenges. We prioritize submissions that demonstrate originality, rigor, and relevance to both theory and practice.

 
Focus and Scope

Our scope is broad and inclusive, encompassing, but not limited to:

  • Design Theory and History: Exploring foundational concepts, philosophies, and historical perspectives on design.
  • Industrial and Product Design: Covering product design, ergonomics, usability studies, and manufacturing innovation.
  • Visual, Graphic, and Communication Design: Discussing visual aesthetics, typography, layout, branding, and digital interface design.
  • Interaction, Experience, and Service Design: Focusing on user experience (UX), interaction design (IxD), and service ecosystems.
  • Sustainable, Environmental, and Social Design: Promoting practices that contribute to sustainable development, eco-design, and social impact.
  • Cultural, Artistic, and Fashion Design: Examining how design interacts with cultural trends, artistic movements, and fashion innovation.
  • Architectural and Urban Design: Addressing spatial design, urban planning, landscape architecture, and public space projects.
  • Digital, Media, and Multimedia Design: Covering fields such as animation, game design, virtual reality (VR), augmented reality (AR), and new media.
  • Innovation and Strategic Design: Exploring design thinking, strategic design management, and innovation processes.
  • Healthcare, Biomedical, and Inclusive Design: Focused on designs that improve healthcare delivery, accessibility, and inclusivity.
  • Educational Design and Design Pedagogy: Studying approaches to design education, curriculum development, and design thinking in education.
  • Material and Textile Design: Examining material innovation, textile design, sustainable materials, and manufacturing techniques.
  • Cross-Disciplinary and Experimental Design: Embracing experimental, interdisciplinary, and speculative design practices that challenge traditional boundaries.

We welcome submissions that push the boundaries of conventional design thinking, introduce interdisciplinary approaches, and present solutions to real-world problems through innovative design methodologies.

 
Audience

  • Designers: Professionals working across various design fields, including graphic, industrial, interior, fashion, and digital design, who want to stay informed about the latest trends and innovations.

  • Researchers and Academics: Scholars and students in design, humanities, cultural studies, and related fields who require rigorous and current research to support their studies.

  • Design Educators: Professors and instructors in design-related disciplines who need access to contemporary research and case studies to enrich their curriculum.

  • Industry Professionals: Individuals working in design consultancies, companies, and cultural institutions interested in applying design principles to solve real-world challenges.

  • Policy Makers and Administrators: Leaders and officials in governmental or cultural institutions seeking research-backed insights to guide policy and decisions related to design.

  • Students: Undergraduate and graduate students in design-related fields looking for resources to aid their education and inspire their work.

  • Enthusiasts and Practitioners: Hobbyists, amateur designers, and practitioners interested in keeping up with developments in design.

  • Interdisciplinary Professionals: Individuals from engineering, business, technology, and social sciences fields interested in how design thinking can be applied to their disciplines.

By engaging this diverse audience, Design Insights fosters a vibrant, multidisciplinary dialogue that enriches the design community and drives innovation across various sectors.

 
Why Publish with Us
  • Open Access: Ensuring that your research is fully accessible without barriers, reaching a wider audience.
  • Rigorous Peer Review: Upholding high academic and ethical standards through a robust peer review process.
  • Rapid Publication: Providing a timely review and publication process to ensure swift dissemination of your work.
  • Global Reach: Connecting your research with an international community and fostering cross-cultural collaborations.