The Centre for Design Innovation (CDI) has three core research programs which exist to design and implement new products and outcomes for councils, communities, charities and businesses (start-ups, SMEs and large enterprises).
Our research projects focus on commercialising innovation and demonstrating how design research is a crucial driver of organisational growth and sustainability.
Our core programs
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Human Centred Product Development
Human Centred Product DevelopmentThe Human Centred Product Development program develops new product innovations in fast-growing market areas such as smart devices, wearable technology and IoT (Internet of things).
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Swinburne Living Lab
Swinburne Living LabThe Future Self Living Lab develops solutions to increase health and wellbeing across the life span and ageing populations.
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Urban Design Architecture
Urban Design ArchitectureThe Urban Design Architecture program conducts spatio-temporal research responding to key challenges of urbanisation, densification, accessibility and climate change.
Centre news
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Swinburne supports Acusensus to develop innovative road worker safety device
- Design
- Technology
Swinburne supports Acusensus to develop innovative road worker safety deviceSwinburne University of Technology's Centre for Design Innovation is supporting Acusensus to enhance the safety of roadside workers and first responders through research and design of advanced technology.Friday 02 August 2024 -
Swinburne University of Technology partners with Grande Experiences and THE LUME Melbourne for cutting-edge Immersive Media education
- University
- Media and Communication
Swinburne University of Technology partners with Grande Experiences and THE LUME Melbourne for cutting-edge Immersive Media educationSwinburne University of Technology is proud to announce its partnership with Grande Experiences and THE LUME Melbourne, enhancing the future of Immersive Media education.
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Swinburne and Scope design accessible USB hubs to improve lives
- Design
Swinburne and Scope design accessible USB hubs to improve livesSwinburne’s Centre for Design Innovation has been researching and designing technology to improve the lives of those living with disability.
Tuesday 02 January 2024 -
Appreciating aging in everyday products
- Design
Appreciating aging in everyday productsNew design research is tackling how to reduce product waste by shifting user perceptions to help people value and enjoy products for longer.
Tuesday 27 June 2023 -
Swinburne innovations are addressing the housing crisis by developing sustainable, affordable and energy efficient housing materials
- Sustainability
- University
- Design
Swinburne innovations are addressing the housing crisis by developing sustainable, affordable and energy efficient housing materialsA new research project from Swinburne University of Technology will make Australian homes more sustainable, address rising costs of living, and reduce construction waste.
Tuesday 20 June 2023
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We always welcome new partners. If you are interested in transforming ideas into commercially competitive outcomes, need the support of our research or have any other queries, contact us on +61 3 9214 6072 or email cdiadmin@swinburne.edu.au.