Proceedings of the International Conference on Applied Arts, Design, and Sustainability (ICAADS 2025)

This is an open access book.

Theme:

Innovative Approaches to Sustainable Art, Design, and Creative Industries

Overview

ICAADS 2025 is a premier international platform that brings together experts from applied arts, design, and sustainability to explore innovative solutions for a better future. The conference is designed to foster interdisciplinary collaborations and to push the boundaries of creative expression while ensuring ecological and social responsibility.

Objectives:

• Foster multidisciplinary collaboration between artists, designers, and sustainability experts.
• Promote innovative and sustainable design practices.
• Showcase research and innovation from Accra Technical University and beyond.
• Encourage knowledge exchange between academia, industry, and creative professionals.
• Support emerging researchers and innovators in applied arts and design.
• Enhance ATU’s role as a hub for sustainable design and creative industries in Ghana and West Africa.

Conference Tracks

ICAADS 2025 welcomes submissions in the following areas:

• Sustainable Design and Innovation
  • Eco-friendly materials and sustainable product design
  • Circular design principles in fashion, architecture, and digital media
  • Sustainable practices in textile and fashion industries

• Creative Arts and Digital Media
  • The role of digital media in promoting sustainability
  • Art and design for social change and environmental advocacy
  • Virtual and augmented reality applications in sustainable design

• Cultural Heritage and Sustainable Development
  • Preserving traditional arts and crafts in the modern era
  • Indigenous knowledge and sustainable creative practices
  • Community-driven art projects for sustainability