Design Process

Question 1

List the steps involved in the design process

Answer 1

Research 
Generation of ideas 
Development of concepts 
Refinement 
Final presentation

Question 2

What may the target audience characteristics include

Answer 2

Age 
Gender 
Location 
Interest 
Social class
Religious/Cultural background

Question 3

List the design processes

Answer 3

Educate 
Inform 
Teach 
Direct 
Advertise 
Promote
Contain 
Inspire 
Justify 
Present 
Instruct

Question 4

What is the difference between a constraint and a consideration

Answer 4

Constrain = is what your are limited by

Consideration = What would make the design more appealing

Question 5

What does creative design thinking include

Answer 5

• Brainstorm
• Mind Mapping
• Scamper

Question 6

What does critical thinking include

Answer 6

De Bonos thinking hats

PMI

Question 7

Reflective Design thinking

Answer 7

PMI

Question 8

What is the purpose of design brief

Answer 8

The brief sets parameters for designer and client. It is a legal document that outlines client and designer obligations. A client is the individual, business or organisation with the design problem. A successful brief will encourage clear and focused communication.

Question 9

What is the purpose of research

Answer 9

At this stage, the professional designer collects ideas, information and resources. Information is collected for inspiration, investigation and analysis.

Designer participate through various form of research on differing aspects to the project, such like studying and gathering information on the target audience.