TO BE DESIGNED

TO BE DESIGNED

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We aim to explore the concept of design by producing new episodes 2x a month, each tackling a different aspect of human-centered design theory. “What does it mean to design for sustainability? What is hostile design? How can we apply design concepts to our own lives?” These are all questions we’ve asked each other on our show.

As a simple definition, to “design” something means to make something new; to create a solution. This is obviously a very general meaning. But, generality is actually central to our mission— because design is present in almost every single general aspect of human life.

That’s where the idea for our podcast, To Be Designed, came from. Whether you’re an expert, just beginning your design journey, or simply want to learn more, the To Be Designed space is made just for you.

To Be Designed is sponsored by the Segal Design Institute at Northwestern University, which encourages students to think about design through a multitude of different disciplines.

“Design innovation empowers Northwestern students to imagine a new future.”