Abstract
Indian society is pluralistic, characterised by a complex social structure with numerous ethnic, linguistic, religious, and caste divisions. It encompasses people living in rural, urban, and tribal areas, all reflecting the essence of Indianness. The recreation and customisation initiatives transform lives through education and livelihood programs. The study employs a mixed-methods approach, combining qualitative and quantitative research. It explores how innovations in social and public transformation impact communities and stakeholders, identifying trends and patterns in these impacts. Effective application of design thinking principles leads to more user-centric innovation. Customization further enhances innovations by incorporating learning and implementing the final outcomes. The study aims to understand the diverse impacts of social and public transformation initiatives on communities and stakeholders. It examines how these initiatives address the needs and challenges faced by different segments of society, contributing to inclusive development and empowerment. By analyzing trends and patterns, the study identifies best practices and strategies for driving impactful and sustainable transformations in Indian society.
Presenters
Kunica KhoslaProfessor, Interior Design, Atlas Skill Tech University - ISDI, Maharashtra, India
Details
Presentation Type
Paper Presentation in a Themed Session
Theme
2025 Special Focus—Thinking, Learning, Doing: Plural Ways of Design
KEYWORDS
DESIGN THINKING, INNOVATION, CUSTOMISATION, KNOWLEDGE, PROBLEM SOLVING, CO-CREATION, RE-IMAGINE, COMMUNITIES
