Design Legacies: Decolonising Decontextualised Design

Nottingham Trent University hosted the Design Legacies: Decolonising Decontextualised Design Symposium, chaired by Dr. Jonathan Gration. The event featured a series of insightful presentations, highlighting the critical role of cultural heritage and diaspora narratives in contemporary design practices. Speakers addressed themes such as the integration of Indian heritage into modern design, the influence of historical collections on creative industries, and the decolonisation of design education. The symposium fostered meaningful dialogue on the complexities of decontextualised design and its potential to shape a more inclusive future.