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The Design Research Society

The Design Research Society's objects are to advance research and education into all aspects of design and to make publicly accessible the results of this activity.

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Activities & Mission

The Design Research Society's objects are to advance research and education into all aspects of design and to make publicly accessible the results of this activity.

Areas of Operation

Where this charity is registered to operate, as self-declared to the Charity Commission. These are regulatory classifications, not a list of active programmes, and don't necessarily indicate fundraising activity in each location.

Financial Information

Latest Income
£202,070
Latest Expenditure
£87,693

Financial Efficiency

Overall Efficiency 43.4%
% of expenditure going to programs (vs overhead)
Expenditure Ratio 43.4%
Expenditure as % of income

Financial Trend

Annual Returns

As filed with the Charity Commission for England and Wales. Most recent filing covers the financial year ending 2024.

Financial YearIncomeExpenditureCharitable SpendingNet AssetsReservesStaff
2024
£202,070
£87,6930 / 150

Staff column shows: Employees / Volunteers

Frequently asked questions about The Design Research Society

What does The Design Research Society do?

The Design Research Society's objects are to advance research and education into all aspects of design and to make publicly accessible the results of this activity.

How much income did The Design Research Society report in 2024?

The Design Research Society reported total income of £202k and reported expenditure of £88k for the financial year ending 2024, based on the most recent annual return filed with the Charity Commission.

When was The Design Research Society registered as a charity?

The Design Research Society was registered with the Charity Commission for England and Wales on 17 September 2024 as charity number 1210067. It has been registered for 2 years.

Who runs The Design Research Society?

The Design Research Society is governed by a board of 5 trustees. The chair of trustees is Dr Hua Dong. Trustees are legally responsible for the charity's governance and are listed in full on its profile.

Where does The Design Research Society operate?

The Design Research Society operates in England And Wales, as recorded in its Charity Commission filing.

Is The Design Research Society a registered charity?

Yes — The Design Research Society is a registered charity in England and Wales, charity number 1210067.

Details

Address
85 Great Portland Street
First Floor
London
W1W 7LT
Registration Date
17 September 2024
Status
Registered

Registry Information

Organisation Number
5234497
Charity Number
1210067

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Trustees

Dr Hua Dong Chair
Dr Colin Michael Gray
Dr Fernando Del Caro Secomandi
Dr Luca Simeone
Paulina Del Pilar Contreras Correa

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