Ingrid Mulder

Dr. Ingrid Mulder is a researcher and educator at the Faculty of Industrial Design Engineering, Delft University of Technology. She is affiliated with the Human-Centered Design department and focuses on participatory design, social innovation, and open data ecosystems. She teaches courses such as Designing Transformation and supervises Master Honours Projects.

• University: Delft University of Technology
• School: Faculty of Industrial Design Engineering
• Department: Human-Centered Design
• Email: I.J.Mulder@tudelft.nl

Her research centers on human-centered and co-design approaches to social change, particularly in urban and digital contexts. Key areas include open data literacy, sustainable fashion, and civic innovation. She emphasizes participatory methodologies that engage diverse stakeholders in systemic transitions.

The recent publications show a strong trend in leveraging design to empower communities through open data, education, and sustainable production. Her work bridges design theory with real-world applications in governance, fashion, and urban development.

Scientific Awards:

• Best paper award for Data Exploration for Generative Design Research (DRS 2018)
• Best Paper Award for Agorà 2.0: Designing Hybrid Communities (C&T 2013)

She actively supervises student projects and contributes to design education at the master’s level. Her work often involves interdisciplinary collaboration with researchers in data science, education, and sustainability. While no formal lab is mentioned, her projects suggest involvement in design innovation initiatives such as DESIGNSCAPES, focusing on urban challenges.