LECTURE
Sustainable & Regenerative Design: Tools for Impact 🌿🔄
Taught by Laura Korčulanin, Founder of Water Whisperer and Give a Shit, Design anthropologist, Professor
⭐️ Design3 Recommended
💬 English Subtitles
🎧 Audio-summary
🗓️ Available to watch early January 25 for Pro Members. Not included in a Jumpstart membership.
⚡️ OVERVIEW:
This lecture explores the transformative role of design in addressing global (sustainability) challenges. By blending design-by-nature principles, systems thinking, and innovative UX tools, participants will learn how to transition from human-centric to life-centered approaches.
Key topics include designing with nature's design, using a nature persona, and nature as a stakeholder on the board of your meetings, and further embracing sustainable UX practices leading to regenerative design outlets.
The lecture seeks to inspire and empower designers with the help of practical tools, case studies on how to act as agents of change to create impactful, regenerative solutions for a better future.
🥡 KEY TAKEAWAYS:
In this lecture, you will learn:
Design by Nature – Explore design principles inspired by natural systems for greater resilience and sustainability.
Systems Thinking with Nature – Learn to design with an ecosystem perspective, considering the interconnected impacts of your choices.
From Human-Centric to Life-Centric – Shift from user-centered to planet-centered design, prioritizing environmental and societal wellbeing.
Sustainable UX & Tools – Discover practical UX tools that support sustainable, impactful digital experiences.
Nature as a Persona & Stakeholder – Integrate nature as a "user" and stakeholder in your design process, recognizing its intrinsic value.
Designers as Agents of Change – Embrace your potential to lead in sustainability, driving positive change through your design choices.
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Laura Korčulanin is an ecopreneur, sustainability expert, and pioneering design anthropologist.
With over 15 years of international experience in impact innovation and sustainability, she champions the integration of life-centric approaches within diverse projects and business models. She is a founder of Water Whisperer water protection agency and Give a Shit an advocacy platform that spearheaded campaigns, research, and projects with organizations like Ironhack, We Are Water Foundation and Roca, Operation Water. She is the author of the Sustainable UX/UI e-book and have hosted a cycle of innovative Design by Nature sessions with world experts. Laura has paved the way for the establishment of design anthropology, sustainable design, and UX holistic practice in Europe as pioneering design anthropology lead at Applied Anthropology Network (AAN) and professor at IADE-EU, IBERO Americana CDMX, (past) John Jay College NYC.
She mentors and coaches ecopreneurs of the Sustainable Ocean Alliance and impact leaders on their mission for planetary health regeneration and acts as an advisor for Operation Water. Laura's work embodies a heartfelt dedication to the sustainability and well-being of our planet.
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This lecture is ideal for:
ThDigital Designers and UX/UI Professionals:
Shift from user-centered to planet-centered design with sustainable UX practices, systems thinking, and regenerative design insights.Tech Developers and Engineers:
Learn sustainable design principles for building eco-conscious Web3 and AI products that prioritize environmental and social responsibility.Product Managers and Business Leaders:
Understand the business value of sustainable design and the role of designers as agents of change in responsible product development.Environmental Advocates and Educators:
Discover frameworks like life-centered design and "Nature as a Persona" to drive sustainability in digital products and education.Students and Researchers:
Gain a forward-thinking perspective on eco-conscious digital design, relevant to studies in tech, design, and sustainability.Ethics and Policy Makers in Tech:
Shape guidelines for responsible AI and Web3 by learning sustainable frameworks that balance tech innovation with ethical considerations.
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