Philosophy through Design
Rethinking Design Practice for a Changing World
Philosophy through Design
Rethinking Design Practice for a Changing World
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Description
Philosophy through Design proposes a new approach to design practice grounded in a philosophical reflection in and on action, with alignments being drawn to the democratic pragmatism of John Dewey and Jane Addams as well as key contemporary philosophic perspectives. Throughout, Dixon stresses the need for designers to engage critically, ethically and reflectively as they seek to meet the complex challenges of the 21st century. The key argument is that design practice can itself become a mode of philosophical inquiry, supporting designers' efforts to experiment, reflect and act responsibly and make and remake the ever-evolving future as potential 'designer philosophers'.
Table of Contents
Acknowledgements
Preface
Introduction: From Philosophy in Design to Philosophy through Design
1. Connecting Design and Philosophy through Dewey and Addams
2. The Technological Horizon: Digital Ontologizing
3. The Social Horizon: Association in Experience
4. The Ecological Horizon: Connecting Everything
5. Philosophy through Design: A Starting Point
References
Index
Product details
| Published | Feb 19 2026 |
|---|---|
| Format | Hardback |
| Edition | 1st |
| Extent | 264 |
| ISBN | 9781350423398 |
| Imprint | Bloomsbury Visual Arts |
| Illustrations | 4 bw images |
| Dimensions | 8 x 5 inches |
| Series | Designing in Dark Times |
| Publisher | Bloomsbury Publishing |
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