Beyond the Frame: Design as a Multidisciplinary Tool

Beyond the Frame: Design as a Multidisciplinary Tool is a talk that explores the transition from traditional education to design thinking, featuring AOD alumni Dulana Ethugala and Rae. As visual communication graduates, they will share their unique journeys into the world of multidisciplinary design, discussing how their education reshaped their problem-solving approaches and expanded their creativity beyond conventional frameworks. Dulana, now a design strategist, will highlight his work using design to navigate Sri Lanka’s diverse cultures through projects spanning book design, spatial design, and typography. Rae, a multidisciplinary designer, will explore her passion for experiential design and how it shapes both psychological and physical experiences.

This talk emphasizes how visual communication empowers designers to pursue careers across many industries, encouraging an open-minded approach to cultural and social challenges. Attendees will gain insight into how design thinking can transcend traditional job roles, offering versatile skills applicable to various creative fields. Whether…