Demet Günal Ertaş

Demet Günal Ertaş is a Researcher at Istanbul Technical University's Faculty of Architecture, Department of Industrial Product Design. She holds a PhD in Industrial Product Design. Her academic career includes roles as Vice President of the Department (2013–2016), Lecturer (2011–2018), and Research Assistant (1995–2011). She is a member of TMMOB since 1993.

Education:

• PhD in Industrial Product Design (Istanbul Technical University, 2004–2008)
• MSc in Industrial Product Design (Istanbul Technical University, 1995–1998)
• BSc in Architecture (Istanbul Technical University, 1989–1993)

Research Interests: Focuses on sustainable design, material innovation, and product structure. Her work explores how materials and manufacturing technologies influence design outcomes, especially in furniture and industrial products. She emphasizes the sociocultural dimensions of material selection and the integration of craftsmanship with modern design practices.

Publications: Over 30 publications spanning 20+ years, with recent focus on sustainability, material applications, and industrial design education. Key themes include global warming's impact on design, composite materials, and plastic material education.

Professional Contributions: Edited national design congress proceedings, led departmental initiatives, and collaborated internationally. Her research bridges traditional craftsmanship with contemporary design challenges.