Copyright in Designs

Copyright in designs protects original visual creations, such as artwork, patterns, or decorative elements, from unauthorized use or copying. It grants the creator exclusive rights to reproduce, distribute, or display the design. This legal protection encourages innovation by ensuring designers can benefit from their work. Copyright generally covers the actual artwork or design element, not the underlying ideas or functions. It lasts for a set period—typically the creator's lifetime plus 70 years—after which the design enters the public domain, allowing others to freely use or adapt it.