We are pleased to invite you to the 8th International Scientific Conference
A.L.I.C.E. 2025
(Architecture |Landscape | Interiors | Culture | Emotions)
“Designing a Sustainable Future: Society 5.0 and Global Innovation”
We are delighted to invite you to the 8th International Scientific Conference A.L.I.C.E., organized by the Faculty of Design in Slovenia, in collaboration with EMUNI University, and scheduled for April 2025.
The 8th International Scientific Conference A.L.I.C.E., continues its tradition of fostering a multidisciplinary dialogue that bridges design, innovation, and societal impact. This year’s theme, “Designing a Sustainable Future: Society 5.0 and Global Innovation,” reflects a forward-thinking agenda, addressing the pressing challenges of our time through the lens of human-centered and sustainable design.
In an era defined by rapid technological advancements and environmental uncertainties, the conference will explore cutting-edge design practices that align with the evolving needs of society. Topics such as sustainable design practices, climate-resilient solutions, and human-centered innovation will be central, encouraging participants to critically engage with the ways design can create a more inclusive, equitable, and environmentally responsible world.
We will delve into educational innovation, specifically focusing on the integration of micro-credentials to upskill designers, positioning them as key contributors to innovation ecosystems. This critical inquiry will also touch upon the role of design in the creation of smart cities, the intersection of science and art, and the advancement of ethical and inclusive design methodologies. By gathering thought leaders and scholars from across the globe, A.L.I.C.E. 2025 aspires to be a catalyst for meaningful academic and practical contributions to the design field, shaping a future that is sustainable, innovative, and responsive to the complexities of modern society.
The conference will cover the following topics:
– Sustainable Design Practices: Examining how design can meet the demands of sustainability through innovative and eco-friendly materials
– Design for Society 5.0: Addressing how design can create technological solutions that improve human well-being in a human-centered, data-driven society
– Human-Centered Design: Prioritizing user needs and experiences to create more meaningful and innovative designs
– Social Responsibility in Design: Investigating the role of design in promoting equity, inclusivity, and ethical responsibility
– Science and Art in Design: Exploring the intersection of creativity and scientific inquiry in the design process
– Design Research and Innovation: Discussing how research methodologies are transforming the future of design and its applications
– Ethical and Inclusive Design: Ensuring accessibility and inclusivity in the creation of spaces and products for all users
– Urban Development and Smart Cities: Exploring the role of design in creating smarter, more sustainable cities
– Climate Change and Resilient Design: Addressing how design can create adaptable environments that respond to the challenges of climate change
– Educational Innovation in Design: Discussing how micro-credentials can be used to upskill future designers, empowering them to contribute to innovation ecosystems
The event will also serve as a platform to discuss emerging trends in design research, social responsibility and the integration of science and art.
We look forward to welcoming you to this inspiring event and to your contribution to shaping a sustainable and innovative future for society.
Event Details:
- Date: April 1st 2025
- Location: Faculty of Design, Slovenia
- Registration (online form): 15.01.2025
- Presentation of the paper: hybrid (in person or on-line)
Key Dates:
- Abstract submission deadline: 15.01.2025
- Notification of acceptance: 20.01.2025
- Full paper submission deadline: 10.03.2025
- Conference date: 01.04.2025
- Venue: Faculty of Design
