Schedule
Updated December 20, 2023
Some Past Events (that can be streamed) are listed at the end of this schedule.
January 21-24. Aga Khan Foundation, Geneva Switzerland
January 24-26. Lucerne University of Applied Sciences and Arts
August 23-26, 2024: Bangkok, Thailand
Design for a Better World
What a nice name for a conference. Yes, it was deliberately taken from the title of my book.
King Mongkut’s Institute of Technology Ladkrabang (KMITL)
Podcasts/talks available for viewing:
Guy Kawasaki’s “Remarkable People” podcast
Don Norman emphasizes the importance of humanity-centered design, which considers the impact of design on the environment, society, and all living things. He discusses the potential of artificial intelligence and the need for collaboration and diverse perspectives in design. Don also highlights the success of reversing the ozone hole issue and the potential for finding solutions to other environmental challenges.
https://wavve.link/remarkablepeople
Invisible machines
For the season one finale, Robb and Josh welcome legendary researcher, professor, and author Don Norman. His book “The Design of Everyday Things” helped define the parameters of human centered design, and his new book “Design for a Better World: Meaningful, Sustainable, Humanity Centered” expands the process to account for all life (human and otherwise), all societies, and the ecological system. (15 June 2023) 68 minutes
Design Matters w/Debbie Millman
https://soundcloud.com/designmatters/don-norman
Artificiality w/Helen and Dave Edwards.
https://artificiality.substack.com/p/don-norman-design-for-a-better-world#details
Nodes of Design #99: Design for a Better World
Join us for a truly special episode of Nodes of Design featuring design visionary Don Norman. Don, renowned globally for pioneering user-centred design work, shares fascinating insights from his latest book ‘Design for a Better World’.
In this episode, we delve into the crucial role of design in addressing pressing global challenges such as climate change, poverty, and social inequality. Don shares his vision of how designers can contribute to a better world by collaborating with scientists, policymakers, and politicians.
As we navigate an era increasingly influenced by artificial intelligence, Don explores the future of design in this new context. He enlightens us on how AI can serve as a co-pilot in our design process and the possibilities it holds for designers.
Don’s advice for budding designers is particularly striking. He emphasizes the need to cultivate an environmentally-first design mindset in an era of environmental crisis. This episode is a must-listen for design enthusiasts seeking to understand how design can truly improve our world.
Tune in for a thought-provoking journey through the Nodes of Design with Don Norman, a master of craft who continues to inspire and shape the design field.
My discussion at FLAME University,
Pune India (1 hour)
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AR6E5Iiok-Q
My discussion at Krea University
Sri City, Andhra Pradesh, India
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rwoqb-zUKIM
McKinsey & Company Author Talks:
This includes a transcript of the conversation as well as selected video sections.
Discussion with Bob Kozma about our two books
Bob’s book is “Make the World a Better Place: Design with Passion, Purpose, and Values“. His book and my DBW book are very similar in spirit, so they strengthen and reinforce one another. https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7063645482488627201/
August 6, 2023. PCI Community Podcast (People-Centered Internet)
Recording available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Jjb5eMFM3EQ
