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, Journal articles

Care

Reusable Theatre Caps

Co-designing and introducing eco-friendly, reusable theatre caps at NHS Golden Jubilee, reducing waste while enhancing patient safety and staff communication.

Care

Making Compression Work

Enhancing the quality of life for individuals living with lipoedema by improving the prescription process and fitting of compression garments, ultimately reducing waste and environmental impact

A collaborative project, funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council, as part of the Future Observatory programme, and led by the University of Strathclyde and University of Dundee (DJCAD), with Heriot-Watt University, Abertay University, and the University of Edinburgh, NHS Scotland, industry partners, and public sector stakeholders.