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Design Principles and Practices: An International Journal—Annual Review

Design Principles and Practices: An International Journal—Annual Review serves as a comprehensive forum for cutting-edge research and scholarship that illuminate design’s significance in society. This annual publication features original works by invited contributors alongside top-ranked articles selected from the Network’s thematic journals. It provides a robust intellectual frame of reference, offering a holistic exploration of design’s evolving role—from its theoretical underpinnings to practical applications and emerging trends. Topics span critical issues such as sustainability, social impact, design thinking, and participatory processes. Through these diverse contributions, the journal fosters an interdisciplinary dialogue that transcends traditional professional boundaries and highlights design’s capacity to shape cultures, industries, and communities. As a resource for academics, practitioners, and students alike, Design Principles and Practices: An International Journal—Annual Review catalyzes new insights, challenges conventional assumptions, and charts dynamic paths for the future of design.

Design Principles and Practices: An International Journal—Annual Review is a Gold Open Access journal. We offer various pathways to make your research accessible and make accessibility affordable. Please see our Open Access Statement and Journal Author Rights & Permissions support page for more information.

Acceptance Rate (2024): 66%
Average Publication Time (2024): 75 Days

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Editors / Board:

  • Editors: Lorenzo Imbesi, Sapienza Università di Roma, Rome, Italy; Loredana Di Lucchio, Sapienza Università di Roma, Rome, Italy
  • Editorial Board
  • Contact: editor@designprinciplesandpractices.com

Indexing:

  • H-Index: 10 (2023)
  • Scopus / SJR: 0.13 (2023)
  • Art Abstracts (EBSCO), Art Index (EBSCO), Art Full Text (EBSCO), Art Source (EBSCO), Australian Research Council (ARC), Computer Science (Cabell's), EBSCO Polytechnic Studies Collection: India, Genamics, Scopus (Elsevier), Ulrich's Periodicals Directory

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The International Journal of Designed Objects

The International Journal of Designed Objects investigates the forms, functions, and contexts of tangible design outcomes, from everyday items to iconic innovations. Emphasizing industrial design, fashion, interiors, and more, this journal explores how objects shape, and are shaped by, social needs, cultural values, and technological capabilities. In a design landscape increasingly guided by user input, sustainability demands, and digital breakthroughs, the physical artifact remains a crucial locus of meaning, identity, and broader symbolic significance. The journal features research that dissects materiality, production processes, and the aesthetic, ergonomic, and environmental dimensions of objects in our lived environments. Embracing a trans-disciplinary perspective, it integrates fields such as engineering, anthropology, and marketing to reveal the multifaceted processes behind product ideation, prototyping, and execution. By showcasing case studies, conceptual frameworks, and design experiments, it unearths new insights into how objects mediate daily experiences, reflect evolving consumer behaviors, and ultimately transform the world we inhabit.

The International Journal of Designed Objects is a Hybrid Open Access journal. We offer various pathways to make your research accessible and make accessibility affordable. Please see our Open Access Statement and Journal Author Rights & Permissions support page for more information.

Acceptance Rate (2024): 33%
Average Publication Time (2024): 247 Days

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Editors / Board:

  • Editors: Lorenzo Imbesi, Sapienza Università di Roma, Rome, Italy; Loredana Di Lucchio, Sapienza Università di Roma, Rome, Italy
  • Editorial Board
  • Contact: editor@designprinciplesandpractices.com

Indexing:

  • H-Index: 5 (2023)
  • Scopus / SJR: 0.16 (2023)
  • Art Source (EBSCO), Australian Research Council (ARC), Computer Science (Cabell's), Genamics, Scopus (Elsevier), Arts & Humanities Full Text (ProQuest), Ulrich's Periodicals Directory

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The International Journal of Design Education

The International Journal of Design Education sets out to understand how individuals learn the craft and mindset of today’s designer. In a rapidly changing world, effective design education must integrate diverse modes of “design thinking,” bridging theoretical reflection and hands-on practice. This journal explores teaching strategies that foster collaboration, creativity, and iterative problem-solving, equipping learners with the capacity to address complex design challenges across cultural and disciplinary boundaries. Reflecting on emergent pedagogies, it highlights how design students gain mastery through engagement with real-world applications, user-centered co-creation, and thoughtful experimentation. Topics of interest include design strategies, methodologies, and tactics that adapt to new media, collaborative environments, and sustainability imperatives. By examining forms of professional stance—ranging from reflective praxis to the conscientious designer-mentor—this journal seeks to inspire transformative teaching that shapes the next generation of designers.

The International Journal of Design Education is a Hybrid Open Access journal. We offer various pathways to make your research accessible and make accessibility affordable. Please see our Open Access Statement and Journal Author Rights & Permissions support page for more information.

Acceptance Rate (2024): 46%
Average Publication Time (2024): 248 Days

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Editors / Board:

  • Editors: Lorenzo Imbesi, Sapienza Università di Roma, Rome, Italy; Loredana Di Lucchio, Sapienza Università di Roma, Rome, Italy
  • Editorial Board
  • Contact: editor@designprinciplesandpractices.com

Indexing:

  • H-Index: 5 (2023)
  • Scopus / SJR: 0.13 (2023)
  • Art Source (EBSCO), Australian Research Council (ARC), Arts & Humanities Full Text (ProQuest), Educational Curriculum & Methods (Cabell's), Educational Psychology & Administration (Cabell's), Genamics, Scopus (Elsevier), Ulrich's Periodicals Directory

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The International Journal of Design in Society

The International Journal of Design in Society considers the social origins and consequences of design, revealing how cultural values, regulatory frameworks, and community needs shape every stage of the design process. In an era of heightened collaboration and user participation, this journal highlights tensions between historical practices and emergent imperatives. Topics address the evolving politics of design—ranging from inclusive strategies that celebrate cultural diversity to mindful approaches that prioritize social responsibility, sustainability, and accessibility. By examining design policy, business, and ethics, it exposes the intricate balance designers must strike between profitability, creative freedom, and the public good. Readers will discover forward-thinking case studies that exemplify how effective design can drive civic engagement, transform social relations, and enrich human experiences. The journal fosters a deeper understanding of design’s power to shape society, advocating for holistic thinking, inclusive decision-making, equity, and collaborative design processes in pursuit of collective well-being.

The International Journal of Design in Society is a Hybrid Open Access journal. We offer various pathways to make your research accessible and make accessibility affordable. Please see our Open Access Statement and Journal Author Rights & Permissions support page for more information.

Acceptance Rate (2024): 45%
Average Publication Time (2024): 274 Days

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Editors / Board:

  • Editors: Lorenzo Imbesi, Sapienza Università di Roma, Rome, Italy; Loredana Di Lucchio, Sapienza Università di Roma, Rome, Italy
  • Editorial Board
  • Contact: editor@designprinciplesandpractices.com

Indexing:

  • H-Index: 4 (2023)
  • Scopus / SJR: 0.1 (2023)
  • Art Source (EBSCO), Psychology (Cabell's), Genamics, Education Journals (ProQuest), Scopus (Elsevier), Ulrich's Periodicals Directory

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The International Journal of Design Management and Professional Practice

The International Journal of Design Management and Professional Practice examines how design is organized, executed, and sustained within various professional contexts. Moving beyond singular visions, today's designers frequently work in diverse, multidisciplinary teams that integrate a range of skill sets, from user research and visual prototyping to project management and marketing. This journal probes how these evolving collaborative structures are shaped by shifting market demands, regulatory frameworks, and heightened ethical responsibilities around sustainability, accessibility, and cultural sensitivity. Articles address organizational models that foster creativity, leadership approaches that encourage participatory decision-making, and technological innovations that streamline design workflows. Through case studies and theoretical explorations, the journal uncovers ways design practitioners and managers can align with broader societal values while delivering impact for clients. The International Journal of Design Management and Professional Practice seeks to illuminate emerging best practices that define the discipline’s future and shape its professional ethos.

The International Journal of Design Management and Professional Practice is a Hybrid Open Access journal. We offer various pathways to make your research accessible and make accessibility affordable. Please see our Open Access Statement and Journal Author Rights & Permissions support page for more information.

Acceptance Rate (2024): 48%
Average Publication Time (2024): 241 Days

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Editors / Board:

  • Editors: Lorenzo Imbesi, Sapienza Università di Roma, Rome, Italy; Loredana Di Lucchio, Sapienza Università di Roma, Rome, Italy
  • Editorial Board
  • Contact: editor@designprinciplesandpractices.com

Indexing:

  • H-Index: 4 (2023)
  • Scopus / SJR: 0.14 (2023)
  • Art Source (EBSCO), Computer Science (Cabell's), Management (Cabell's), Genamics, Arts & Humanities Full Text (ProQuest), Scopus (Elsevier), Ulrich's Periodicals Directory

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The International Journal of Visual Design

The International Journal of Visual Design examines the multifaceted ways images communicate ideas, shape identities, and inspire innovation. Focusing on fields such as graphic design, photography, illustration, film, digital media, and user interface design, the journal illuminates the dynamic interplay between visual elements and human perception. In an environment where multimodality and synesthesia converge, practitioners must navigate evolving tools, interdisciplinary collaborations, and cultural sensibilities to create compelling visual narratives. The journal aims to showcase critical research, conceptual explorations, and practice-based insights into the methods and outcomes of visual design, emphasizing techniques that engage audiences across diverse platforms. At the same time, it addresses questions of accessibility, cultural representation, and ethical dimensions, highlighting design’s power to guide social discourse, influence public opinion, and cultivate inclusive user experiences. The International Journal of Visual Design seeks to redefine the role of visual communication in an ever-evolving global context, fostering new dialogues and collaboration around creativity and social responsibility.

The International Journal of Visual Design is a Hybrid Open Access journal. We offer various pathways to make your research accessible and make accessibility affordable. Please see our Open Access Statement and Journal Author Rights & Permissions support page for more information.

Acceptance Rate (2024): 33%
Average Publication Time (2024): 218 Days

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Editors / Board:

  • Editors: Lorenzo Imbesi, Sapienza Università di Roma, Rome, Italy; Loredana Di Lucchio, Sapienza Università di Roma, Rome, Italy
  • Editorial Board
  • Contact: editor@designprinciplesandpractices.com

Indexing:

  • H-Index: 5 (2023)
  • Scopus / SJR: 0.12 (2023)
  • Art Source (EBSCO), Computer Science (Cabell's), Genamics, Scopus (Elsevier), Arts & Humanities Full Text (ProQuest), Ulrich's Periodicals Directory

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