Vicky Lofthouse

Dr. Vicky Lofthouse is a Senior Lecturer in Industrial Design at Loughborough University's School of Design and Creative Arts. She holds a 1st Class Honours in Industrial Design from Loughborough University and a PhD in Ecodesign from Cranfield University (2001). Her career includes roles at Johnson Haigh Rogers and extensive consultancy work with companies like Electrolux, DCA Design International, and GlaxoSmithKline.

Her research focuses on integrating sustainability into design practices, including ecodesign tools, circular economy principles, and behavioral change strategies. She collaborates across sectors (packaging, electronics, healthcare) to develop environmentally responsible solutions. Key projects involve refillable packaging systems, consumer behavior studies, and sustainable design education frameworks.

Lofthouse has published extensively on topics like design pedagogy, ecodesign integration, and user-centered sustainability. She actively supervises PhD students and promotes interdisciplinary innovation through workshops and industry partnerships. Her work emphasizes bridging academic research with commercial applications to drive mainstream sustainable practices.