Design has the power to shape not just human experiences but entire ecosystems. This course challenges conventional approaches by moving beyond human-centred design to consider the broader impact of technology and behaviour on ecological and social systems. Through behavioural science, ethical AI, and systems thinking, participants will learn how to create solutions that drive meaningful, regenerative change.
This workshop will explore how behavioural science, ethical AI, and systems thinking can help designers generate key insights into the motivations underlying human and non-human interactions within ecosystems. It will introduce strategies that move beyond human-centred design to consider the broader impact of technology and behaviour on regenerative and sustainable futures.
By shifting the design lens from individual user needs to systemic well-being, this course challenges participants to rethink the role of design in shaping long-term environmental and social impact. It encourages a holistic approach that balances innovation with ethical responsibility, ensuring that solutions are not only effective but also contribute to the regeneration of ecosystems and communities.
Prerequisites
Open to all skill levels—no previous knowledge or specific software is required.
How you’ll learn
The course will follow CIID’s “learning by doing” philosophy and “life-centred” approach, introducing students to Interaction Design through the lens of ecosystem and social impact.Participants will engage in hands-on explorations of how design choices influence ecological and social systems, moving from isolated problem-solving toward interconnected, long-term solutions. By adopting a life-centred approach, students will learn to design for resilience, circularity, and systemic well-being, ensuring that innovations contribute positively to both human and planetary health.
What you’ll learn
What to bring
• A notebook and a pen
• A laptop
