2026 TISDC《Campus Lecture：Circular Economy》National Taiwan University of Arts
The 2026 TISDC campus promotion continues to strengthen the connection between design education and sustainability. On April 14, a “Circular Economy Lecture” was held at National Taiwan University of Arts, featuring thematic sharing and practical insights that guided students to explore resource reuse and material innovation from a design perspective.
The lecture was delivered by Li Tung-Yang, CEO of Real Design, who shared his brand’s practices in sustainable design and material innovation. The session provided an in-depth analysis of how waste materials can be transformed into design works with both aesthetic and commercial value. Applications included marble powder, reclaimed utility pole wood, and coal fly ash, demonstrating the diverse possibilities of circular design. 💡
In addition, the speaker addressed how to balance ideals with market realities in practical operations, while candidly discussing the challenges faced in developing materials such as coffee grounds and betel nut fiber. These insights offered students a more comprehensive understanding of industry practices. In response to the rapid development of artificial intelligence, Li further emphasized how AI can accelerate early-stage research and 3D digital modeling, as well as enable the transformation of physical materials into online databases—effectively shortening the distance between designers and international clients. 🚀
The lecture concluded by highlighting that the core value of design lies in imbuing products with emotion and cultural meaning—an aspect that technology still cannot easily replace. Through this session, students not only gained a deeper understanding of the application of circular economy in design practice, but also reflected on the future role and responsibility of design in sustainable development.
Caption: 2026 TISDC lecture at National Taiwan University of Arts
Caption: 2026 TISDC lecture at National Taiwan University of Arts
Caption: 2026 TISDC lecture at National Taiwan University of Arts
