Saskia Farr

REFLECTION OF THE DESIGN PROCESS:

I feel though as a young designer; I have learnt a lot this term. I started looking at the design process as way too structured at the beginning of the year, I now see it as a flexible guide to the framework of ones design. 

I have not only improved in my productivity of my work this term due to the design process but I have started to enjoy it way more... I say that all of this is because of the open mind that has been taught to me this term. 

MY PERSONAL GUIDE TO DESIGN: 

Above is a list of 10 “commandments” that I adhere to when decision making is relevant. As much as being a designer is hands on, I must admit that they are multiple ways that your exterior attitude can make you seem less then.

COLLABORATION

I did another info graph on the topic, really enjoying the creative process behind making them. This explores the wonders of Collaboration, I tackle 4 main questions while keeping it personal. 

[Found that the GIF best fits the idea of a collaborating team facing their problem.]

IS DESIGN THINKING BULLSH*T? 

As much as I do not agree with the structure of design thinking, I know that the structured process enables a step by step progress. However as much as this step by step process provides aid it also restricts that of the creative process. 

As a young designer, with little experience... I can already understand that the design thinking process is not as structured; it does not flow strategically but flows all over the place. It is loose, messy and ultimately a never ending process. 

Looking at my info graph above, one can see that I have not only visibly changed the ‘step - like’ structure of the process but I have also really commented on each stage personally and have responded in such a way as to critique the Design Thinking Process.