Aims and Scope
Tattwaloka: Journal of Design Research and Innovation aims to be a leading dialectical platform that synthesises creative practice with critical academic inquiry. Published by the Master’s Program in Design, the journal is dedicated to advancing the discourse on design as a transformative discipline that addresses complex social, cultural, and technological challenges.
Our primary objective is to bridge the gap between design theory and practice by fostering interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary dialogues. We seek to provide a global stage for researchers, practitioners, and students to share innovative studies that integrate design with sociology, psychology, technology, education, and cultural studies.
Tattwaloka welcomes high-quality contributions across a broad range of design-related fields. The journal’s scope includes, but is not limited to:
- Visual Communication & Media Design: Explorations of visual narratives, digital media, and the evolution of communication design.
- UX/UI & Participatory Design: User-centred methodologies, human-computer interaction, and community-driven design solutions.
- Culture-Based & Local Wisdom-Driven Design: The integration and transformation of traditional values and indigenous knowledge within contemporary design frameworks.
- Design for Social & Environmental Transformation: Research on design as a catalyst for sustainable development, social equity, and environmental impact.
- Project-Based Design Research: Scholarly reports that synthesise rigorous research methodologies with creative outputs and innovative artefacts.
Types of Submissions
To support diverse scholarly communication, the journal accepts:
- Original Research Articles (Empirical or theoretical studies).
- In-depth Case Studies (Detailed analysis of specific design interventions).
- Critical Literature Reviews (Syntheses of existing research that propose future directions).
- Innovative Project Reports (Documentations of design-led innovation contributing to the advancement of the discipline).
