Journal of Design History
Scope & Guideline
Exploring Design's Legacy Through Time
Introduction
Aims and Scopes
- Historical Contextualization of Design:
The journal focuses on how design practices are influenced by historical events and cultural movements, providing a comprehensive understanding of the evolution of design across different periods. - Interdisciplinary Approaches:
Utilizing methodologies from art history, cultural studies, sociology, and anthropology, the journal promotes interdisciplinary research that connects design to broader societal themes. - Material Culture Studies:
There is a consistent emphasis on the study of objects and their roles in daily life, examining how material culture shapes identities and experiences in various contexts. - Global Perspectives:
The journal seeks to incorporate diverse geographical viewpoints, highlighting design histories from various cultures and challenging Eurocentric narratives. - Critical Design and Activism:
It encourages discourse around the political implications of design, including how design can challenge societal norms, address issues of inequality, and advocate for marginalized voices.
Trending and Emerging
- Ecological and Sustainable Design:
A notable increase in discussions surrounding ecological design reflects growing concerns about sustainability and environmental impacts, highlighting the relevance of design in addressing climate change. - Design and Disability:
There is an emerging focus on the intersection of design and disability, exploring how design practices can be inclusive and responsive to the needs of individuals with disabilities, thus promoting accessibility. - Political Design and Activism:
Papers examining the role of design in political contexts and its potential for activism are on the rise, showcasing how design can be a tool for social change and critique. - Cultural Identity and Representation:
Increased attention is being given to how design reflects and shapes cultural identities, particularly in post-colonial contexts, which is crucial for understanding contemporary global design practices. - Digital and Technological Influences:
The journal is also seeing a trend towards exploring the impact of digital technology on design practices, including the rise of digital design methodologies and their implications for material culture.
Declining or Waning
- Traditional Craftsmanship:
Papers focusing on traditional craftsmanship as a standalone theme have become less frequent, possibly due to a growing interest in contemporary and digital design practices. - Eurocentric Design Narratives:
There appears to be a waning interest in exclusively Eurocentric design histories, as the journal increasingly embraces a more global perspective that includes non-Western design practices. - Design and Aestheticism:
Discussions centered solely on aesthetic values of design, without considering broader social implications, are less prevalent, indicating a shift towards more critical and contextual analyses. - Fashion History as a Separate Discipline:
While fashion continues to be a significant topic, the journal has seen a decrease in papers treating fashion history in isolation, favoring integrated discussions that connect fashion with wider cultural and political themes.
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