The NEXT Design Lab is a product design research lab that explores sustainable packaging, multimodal user experiences, and systemic design.

We investigate next-generation design methodologies that integrate environmental responsibility, innovative experiences, and social value. Through international collaboration and interdisciplinary research, we present new design paradigms.

Master's and Ph.D. Research Opportunities

The NEXT Design Lab is recruiting passionate master's and Ph.D. researchers.

We welcome those interested in new research directions, such as carbon-reducing packaging, multimodal user experience, and systemic design.

Those eager to engage in lively discussions and experiments and change the world through design are encouraged to apply. To date, we have collaborated with diverse international students from China, Uganda, Egypt, Tanzania, and beyond. We eagerly await applications from individuals wishing to participate in our global research network and creative projects.