Daniel
'What is design?' is a perennial question at design conferences and on email discussion lists. It is difficult to find one all-encompassing definition, but here are two suggestions:
SPECIFIC:
Design is the research, analysis and creation of innovative products and services which shape the human experience.
GENERIC:
Design bridges the gap between the present and the future as a catalyst for improvement of the human condition.
Regards
Anthony
Professor Anthony Cahalan PhD
Dean, Faculty of Arts
Charles Sturt University
Australia
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From: PhD-Design - This list is for discussion of PhD studies and related research in Design on behalf of Daniel Chambers
Sent: Thu 6/12/2008 9:36 PM
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Subject: A simple definition of 'Design'?
Dear all,
I'm sure we have all wrestled with definitions at some point or another. I
have been pondering if there is a simple, all-encompassing definition of
'Design' that works in all contexts. I would like to offer the following
for your critical analysis, discussion and thoughts:
'Seeking differentiation through insight'
Regards,
Daniel
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