An exploratory study on the use of new design methods in design consultancies

Filippi, Anna; Suarez Madrigal, Antonio; Eisenbart, Boris; Gericke, Kilian

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An exploratory study on the use of new design methods in design consultancies

Filippi, Anna; Suarez Madrigal, Antonio; Eisenbart, Boris et al.

2018 • In Proceedings of the International Design Conference - DESIGN 2018

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Keywords :

design methods; design practice; design research

Abstract :

[en] This paper explores the uptake of design methods in design consultancies. Our results show that new methods are primarily used in the initial phases of the design process for specific problems. The main motive for doing so is to enhance creativity and understanding of the user. Many participants modify methods to fit specific needs or develop own methods. These findings highlight the need to improve the link between industry and academia in order to increase method awareness and use. Potential ways to improve this include better descriptions of methods and the benefits provided.

Disciplines :

Mechanical engineering

Author, co-author :

Filippi, Anna

Suarez Madrigal, Antonio

Eisenbart, Boris

Gericke, Kilian ; University of Luxembourg > Faculty of Science, Technology and Communication (FSTC) > Engineering Research Unit

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yes

Language :

English

Title :

An exploratory study on the use of new design methods in design consultancies

Publication date :

May 2018

Event name :

International Design Conference - DESIGN 2018

Event organizer :

Design Society

Event place :

Dubrovnik, Croatia

Event date :

from 20-05-2018 to 24-05-2018

Audience :

International

Main work title :

Proceedings of the International Design Conference - DESIGN 2018

Publisher :

Design Society, Glasgow, Unknown/unspecified

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Peer reviewed

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