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Overview
The Making Sustainability 2026: International Conference on Craft, Design and Innovation will convene on September 7-8, 2026, at De Montfort University in Leicester, UK, and online via MS Teams. This conference aims to unite researchers, practitioners, educators, and industry leaders to explore how craft, design, and technology can contribute to sustainable futures.
Themes and Topics
The conference will delve into various themes, including:
Sustainable materials and processes
Circular design and practices
Digitalization and technological advancements for sustainable practices
Preservation and reinvention of traditional practices
The role of education, entrepreneurship, markets, and policy in supporting sustainable creative industries.
Venue
The in-person sessions will be held at the Vijay Patel Building at De Montfort University, featuring multiple lecture and seminar rooms designed to facilitate engaging discussions and presentations.
Registration
Registration will open soon and will close on August 10, 2026. The fees vary based on attendee status, with free access for DMU staff and students, and nominal fees for external participants. For presenters requiring visa invitation letters, early registration confirmation is advised.
This conference seeks to challenge conventional boundaries by integrating artistic, cultural, and industrial perspectives, fostering collaborations that contribute to resilient futures for communities and environments. For more details, visit the official website.
