Design connects the world. Heritage inspires the future.


The 2026 Donghua University Shanghai International Summer School has come to a successful close.

Over three inspiring weeks, students from 12 partner universities across 8 countries explored Chinese intangible cultural heritage through field research, sustainable design, and cross-cultural collaboration.

Their final projects reimagined traditional crafts through contemporary design, demonstrating how heritage can inspire innovation and shape a more sustainable future.

A heartfelt thank you to every student, partner, and mentor who made this journey so meaningful.

We look forward to welcoming more students from around the world to Shanghai in 2027. See you next summer!