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Academic journals

Academic journals contain articles that explore new developments, issues and research findings within a field of study. Articles published in peer-reviewed journals are assessed for quality and reliability, by one or more experts.

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Design Issues
The first American academic journal to examine design history, theory, and criticism. Features include theoretical and critical articles by professional and scholarly contributors, extensive book reviews, and illustrations. (peer-reviewed)
Journal of Design History
Plays an active role in the development of design history, as well as contributing to the broader field of studies of visual and material culture. (peer-reviewed)
FormAkademisk
An open access research journal of design and design education. Provides a scientific forum for the documentation of design and design education research from a perspective of innovation and sustainability. (peer-reviewed)
Design Studies
An international academic journal focused on design activity across all areas of application. It covers engineering and product design, architectural and urban design, computer artefacts and systems design. (peer-reviewed)
Journal of Modern Craft
Addresses all forms of making that self-consciously set themselves apart from mass production, whether in the making of designed objects, artworks, buildings, or other artefacts. (peer-reviewed)
Design Management Journal
Articles and academic research exploring how design, products, and environments are a component of every organisation and can be effectively managed to make important contributions. (peer-reviewed)
Journal of Engineering Design
An international publication and forum for dialogue on important issues across all disciplines and aspects of the design of engineered products and systems. (peer-reviewed)
Journal of Cleaner Production
Focuses on cleaner production, environmental, and sustainability research and practice. (peer-reviewed)
Human factors
Scientific studies in human factors/ergonomics that present theoretical and practical advances concerning the relationship between people and technologies, tools, environments, and systems. (peer-reviewed)
Journal of Industrial Design and Engineering Graphics (JIDEG)
Published by the Society of Engineering Graphics. Covers the science of engineering graphics and industrial design, including graphic and design problems all around the world. (peer-reviewed)
Human factors and ergonomics in manufacturing
Covers issues relevant to manufacturing system design, engineering, social, and organisational design issues. (peer-reviewed)

Trade journals and magazines

Trade journals and magazines are aimed at those working in the industry and provide in-depth information on trends, new products, and topics of interest.

Artichoke (Design Institute of Australia)
Showcases interior architecture, design, objects, people and products. Australia’s design magazine presents examples of design excellence and engaging discussion of design issues to industry professionals as well as a broader audience.
Axis magazine
A Japanese based design magazine containing projects that consider the future of society and design.
Cabinet maker: the furniture and furnishing weekly
A print journal focusing on cabinet and furniture making, including industry news and trade.
Cubic Journal
An open access publication sharing design related research. Operating from within The Hong Kong Polytechnic University’s School of Design (PolyU Design).
Damn Magazine
An independent publication sharing new ideas on design, architecture, and art. Each issue has a focus on a subject or theme.
Design News
A monthly US trade publication providing information in the field of design and engineering.
Dezeen
Dezeen is a popular design magazine featuring a selection of the best architecture, design and interiors projects and news from around the world.
Domus
A renowned Italian magazine focusing on ideas regarding style in homemaking and furnishing with an international perspective.
Form
Based in Germany, Form magazine features the work of cutting edge and modern designers in the fields of architecture, interior design, and product design.
Frame
Featuring contemporary interior and product design content aimed at design professionals.
Inside: interior review
Presenting the latest in interior projects and insightful discussions addressing design, both globally and locally, and the creative process that drives it forward.
Newdesign
A print magazine reporting on the latest design thinking, techniques and trends.
ReNew
Provides readers with all the latest emerging technologies, trends, products, and best practice in sustainable living from Australia and around the world.

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