Over the last 29 years, the Centre has used design to address challenging social issues, working with organisations to create impact projects and developing new methods. We have created knowledge exchange through publication, events and executive education. The Centre has built a worldwide reputation, working with industry, the community and the third sector.

This publication will discuss what we have learnt works, and what to look out for, when Designing with Communities.

We describe these insights through The 8 Lessons, supported by examples from three past projects from the HHCD portfolio: Our Future Foyle, Creative Citizens and In The Shade.