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The aim is to explore how cultural heritage influences product design education and outcomes.

April 12, 2026Open Access

Cultural Heritage–Driven Product Design as Pedagogical Practice: Evidence from Studio-Based Projects

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Examines cultural heritage-driven product design in design education, highlighting its impact on student innovation and identity development.

The aim is to explore how cultural heritage influences product design education and outcomes.
Qualitative analysis of student projects from a design studio.
Examination of design processes in ceramic, textile, and graphic design.
Use of theoretical perspectives from cultural economics and participatory design.
Students produced innovative designs that reflect cultural heritage elements.
Outputs showed meaningful reinterpretation of heritage, avoiding superficial replication.
Cultural grounding in design education enhanced student identity formation and readiness for entrepreneurship.

Peter Oluwagbenga Odewole (2026) studied this question.

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Examines cultural heritage-driven product design in design education, highlighting its impact on student innovation and identity development.