During 2017-18 at the Hilali Network, we have been concentrating in tackling long-standing challenges in a manifold of interrelated fields: higher education, technology design and intangible cultural heritage (ICH). In this endeavour, our approach is focused on finding a common thread in the latest developments in these disciplines to select effective methodologies and principles for safeguarding living cultural heritage via design in higher education. This working paper outlines our work in digitally-mediated ICH documentation and guidelines for engagement and technology design dimensions for a future research agenda.