Design Age Institute Overview
Established in 2020 as part of the UK Government’s Grand Challenge on an Ageing Society, the Design Age Institute collaborates with designers, businesses, researchers, and communities to address the challenges and opportunities of an ageing society. It aims to apply the transformative power of design to equip individuals and communities with products and services that promote agency and joy at every age.
Is Design Age Institute the right investor for your startup? Browse their investment focus, stage preferences, and geographic scope to see how well they align with your fundraising goals. Your full match score with Design Age Institute, along with a list of other relevant VCs, is available on Hopohopo.io.
Design Age Institute
Investment focus
Invest in
- Western Europe 1 / 14
Product type
- Software
- Hardware
- Software-enabled hardware
- Consumer goods
- Services
Industries / verticals
- Digital & Consumer health
- Home & Living (Furniture & Décor)
- MedTech & Devices
Stages
Seed
First ticket size
£1,325,000 - £1,325,000
How to approach funds like Design Age Institute
When engaging with the Design Age Institute, founders should highlight how their solutions tangibly improve quality of life and foster independence for older adults. Demonstrate a clear understanding of the nuanced needs of ageing populations and show evidence of co-design or user involvement in your development process. Emphasize scalable impact, inclusivity, and the potential for cross-sector collaboration, as the Institute values projects that bridge design, research, and real-world application.
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