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2015 was a very exciting year for the Society and its members. Many positive changes were made and the impact of these will continue to grow throughout 2016.
Goodbye 2015...
Hello 2016!
Highlights of 2015
- The 40th Annual General Meeting of the Chartered Society of Designers
This year the Society celebrated the 40th AGM since the award of the Royal Charter in 1976. The venue was one of Sir Norman Foster’s most iconic buildings, City Hall London. Members were invited to enjoy the spectacular view of London over the River Thames and receive updates on some of the Society’s current projects. At the same time a number of special announcements were made.
- CSD launches its brand new website
The CSD website had a complete overhaul, delivering the functionality that will enhance the membership experience for both existing and new members. The new site features improved content, navigation and search functionality together with a new archive resource and interactive membership application pathways. It is optimised for mobile devices with a refreshed and refined look allowing users to better interact with the Society.
- CSD presents a range of awards, prizes and medals to its members
The Society operates a range of awards from certificates and prizes for competitions to medals of distinction. In 2015 CSD made a number of awards, most notably including the CEP Student Prize which saw 14 awards given across a range of design disciplines and in December, the very first presentation of the CSD Service Award, made to John Sermon PPCSD for his commitment and dedication to the Society during his 62 years of membership.
- CSD shares special offers for members from business partners Phaidon Press
The Chartered Society of Designers once again teamed up with Phaidon Press, an internationally renowned publisher of an exceptional range of books spanning the visual arts. Throughout the year the Society offered special discounts to members on a range of books featuring the world's most influential artists, chefs, writers and thinkers.
- The official opening of the Pathway to Chartered Designer
Having been granted the power to set up the Register of Chartered Designers by HM Queen Elizabeth II, the Society announced details of how the Register will operate and at the same time launched the Pathway to Chartered Designer.
- CSD hosts product design student workshop
Once again CSD welcomed students from Plymouth University's 3D Design - Product Designer course, to its offices in London. The course is accredited by CSD as part of the Course Endorsement Programme (CEP). The workshop was hosted by the then President-Elect Peter Bosson FCSD, himself a product designer with many years of experience. During the workshop 3rd year students presented their projects and gained valuable feedback from the CSD team who were on hand to offer their expertise and advice.
- CSD partners with New Designers to celebrate 30 years
The New Designers Exhibition celebrated its 30th year with more than 3000 of the most talented graduates from Britain's leading design courses exhibiting their work with many of the Society's student members and accredited courses participating. CSD members were offered an exclusive discount and many attended to discover, commission and recruit promising new talent.
- The Society announces its new President
As David Callcott PPCSD steps down from his role as CSD President, Peter Bosson PCSD steps up to begin his term in office. At the Society’s 2015 AGM Peter listed several initiatives that he plans to address building on the good news reported during the meeting.
- CSD completes its first full year of the Design Business Survey
On behalf of the design community the Society carries out regular quarterly surveys to ascertain changes and trends in design business conditions. The survey collects data from design businesses across a range of key indicators. In 2015 CSD completed its first full year of data collection which will be used to compile the design sector report for the Bank of England, as well as informing the design community.
- The Society announces new membership categories
This year the Society was granted approval of the adoption of new membership categories, which have remained largely unchanged since the Society was founded in 1930. Two new categories of Affiliate Membership now provide those practicing in design related areas with entry points into the professional body, from where they can embark upon the Pathway to Chartered Designer status. In addition a new category of Honorary Membership was introduced to recognise outstanding design practitioners.
- New design courses were added to the Course Endorsement Programme
The Society saw a swathe of additions to its list of CSD Accredited design courses across the UK as part of the CSD Course Endorsement Programme. The Accreditation process is robust and rigorous and intended to encourage and support excellence in design teaching and study across all design disciplines internationally. In 2015 seven new courses achieved Accreditation in the fields of graphic, interior, product and fashion design. The Society also added to its Validated courses with the Intellectual Property Office: IP Tutor online module.
- The Minerva Dinner brochure wins Cream Award
In November 2014 the Society held the Minerva Dinner at St James’s Palace in London, an inspirational evening that saw the Minerva Medal awarded to Design Director for Jaguar Land Rover, Ian Callum. As a pleasant reminder, one year on, the Minerva Dinner brochure was awarded Silver Prize in the Drum Cream Awards 2015. The brochure design and artwork was created by design agency Stocks Taylor Benson, whose design team are all members of the Society.
- Celebrating the 5th anniversary of Product Design + Innovation
The Society partnered with Crane Communications to support this year's Product Design + Innovation conference. Celebrating its 5th anniversary in 2015 the event featured celebrities from the design world including the current President of CSD Peter Bosson PCSD along with Richard Seymour and Sir John Hegarty.
- New entries into the CSD archive, thanks to Stan Coates MCSD
The Society’s archive provides a wealth of information as to the development of the design profession since the 1930s. We are always happy to receive new donations of relevant material to add to its records and this year we want to thank all those who made donations. In particular the Society was grateful to receive a collection of a lifetime of work from Martin and Gavin Coates MCSD whose late father Stan Coates MCSD was a long standing member of the Society and talented graphic designer.
- A new identity for the Register of Chartered Designers
The launch of the Pathway to Chartered Designer saw Minerva's pet owl becoming the logo for the Register of Chartered Designers. The icon was designed by internationally renowned illustrator and multiple award winner Chris Mitchell FCSD, Founder of Epic Icons. As well as producing the identity Chris designed this year’s limited edition CSD Christmas Card.
Looking forward to 2016
- The Society's Royal Patron approves the re-introduction of the Prince Philip Designers Prize
The re-introduction of the Prince Philip Designers Prize builds on the award’s heritage to reflect today’s design profession. Previously chaired by Prince Philip, the award will now be chaired by the President of the Society with selected bodies being invited to nominate judges, whilst other design bodies will be invited to nominate candidates. For the first time, the Prize will be opened up to international nominations.
- The Society announces a new student award bearing the name of its Royal Patron
In addition to re-introducing the Prince Philip Designers Prize, the Society will be launching the Prince Philip Student Design Awards, recognising design talent of those at the outset of their design careers. Students across all design disciplines and from all countries will be eligible to enter the awards with a range of prizes on offer.
- New Council members join the panel
The Council comprises of 12 members who are trustees and as such have the responsibility to oversee the charity. We would like to thank the previous Council for their contribution and this year we welcome the new President Peter Bosson PCSD, Immediate Past President David Callcott PPCSD, President Elect Glenn Taylor FCSD, Honorary Secretary Jake Leith PPCSD, Honorary Treasurer Chris Ramsden PPCSD, and Elected Members Maggie Law MCSD and Carl McPherson MCSD.
- A selection of new special offers are available for members
The Society works with business partners to provide members with a range of resources at special rates. This year we have collaborated with a number of new businesses to bring CSD members a new range of offers including award winning cutlery company Studio William Welch, guides such as Forget the Box celebrating inspiring design briefs, and an exceptional range of books from Phaidon Press.
- CSD develops its CPD and training programme
Continuing Professional Development (CPD) is important in the dynamic world of design and is essential in gaining and maintaining Chartered Designer status. The CSD CPD structure allows members to combine different methodologies for learning, focused on developing the individual’s competencies to ensure they are able to deliver best professional design practice. In 2015 the Society introduced an online CPD audit system for members to easily record and update their activities. In 2016 the Society will be building on this platform and introducing a range of new training initiatives and e-learning modules.
- The Society welcomes new business partners
The Society engages and collaborates with a variety of partners in order to fulfil its public benefit remit and to support its members. In 2015 the Society welcomed new partners in a range of different industries and looks forward to engaging with more partners in 2016.
- The first Chartered Designers will be announced
With the Pathway to Chartered Designer launched in November 2015 applications across all design disciplines are now well underway. The Society looks forward to announcing the first Chartered Designers in 2016. |
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