Research Through Design Group
Explore how design can reshape the world through creative research, innovation and practical solutions.
About the Research Through Design Group
The Research Through Design Group combines design practice and research to address global challenges. Our team explores new territories like sustainability, healthcare and inclusive communities. They use design as a tool for innovation and problem-solving.
Our research focus
We work across seven research themes:
- Living well: Enhancing healthcare and quality of life.
- Sustainability design: Addressing climate challenges through resource-efficient solutions.
- Designing learning: Innovating education through creative collaboration.
- Visual narratives: Telling stories through images and immersive media.
- Fashioning identity: Exploring identity through design and material culture.
- Curating places: Creating site-specific designs that connect with communities.
- Inclusive communities: Promoting social equity and addressing specific needs.
Featured projects
Sensory rooms for dementia care: Dr Anke Jakob’s guidelines improve spaces in care homes, enhancing wellbeing for those with dementia.
Sustainable retail design: Konstantinos Chalaris collaborates with The Body Shop on circular economy principles.
Graphic medicine: Dr John Miers’ comics use storytelling to explore living with multiple sclerosis.
Fixperts framework: Professor Daniel Charny’s open-source design teaching format has been adopted in over 20 countries.
Team and expertise
Led by Professor Daniel Charny, our team includes leading researchers in illustration, product design, fashion and architecture. Our members collaborate globally, pushing creative boundaries and contributing to cutting-edge innovations.
