Lucy Welsh

Research Associate

Lucy Welsh is a Research Associate at Heriot Watt University’s School of Textiles and Design.
Additionally, Lucy instructs fashion and textile students in all aspects of garment construction. Lucy aims to arm the students with the confidence and skills to influence future industry practices by introducing them to sustainable design, materials, and manufacturing methods while reducing waste in the immediate environment.

Events, Projects, News

News • 5 June 2025

Success in Images of Research

Sustainable design solutions win commendations and category prizes in University of Strathclyde Images of Research exhibition

News • 19 May 2025

THEMES — Buildings and Land Care Communities Digital Design Exploratory Projects Products and Services Travel

Shifting Reflections

In this article, SHIFT symposium co-convenors Dr. Laura MacLean and Dr. Lewis Urquhart reflect on key learnings from the SHIFT symposium, and where it might go next.

Thematic Project

Theme — Care

Reusable Theatre Caps

Co-designing and introducing eco-friendly, reusable theatre caps at NHS Golden Jubilee

Thematic Project

Theme — Care

Hospital Scrubs

Improving hospital scrubs through design interventions to enhance staff comfort and dignity

Thematic Project

Theme — Care

Making Compression Work

Enhancing the quality of life for individuals living with lipoedema

Design HOPES is a collaborative design-led research initiative, comprising five Scottish Universities (University of Strathclyde, University of Dundee, Heriot Watt University, Abertay University, and the University of Edinburgh), NHS Scotland, the third sector, and design organisations.

This project is funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council (AHRC) as part of the Future Observatory GTE Hub Programme at the Design Museum.