Sunday May 19, 2013
Most companies (including web startups) are looking ‘wow’ with their products, when in reality what they should be looking for is an ‘of course’ reaction from their users.’
Source: “The of course principle of design” by Om Malik
Via: Daring Fireball
Labels: Design Activism
Minnesota Chapter, Architecture for Humanity: “Let it be local: Design is informed by what is intrinsically bound to a culture. We respond to that, respect it, and draw upon it.
Let it be sustainable: We design for the health of humanity. Sustainability is about creating a balance between what we build and what is naturally meant to be and ensuring a project’s longevity and financial integrity.
Let it be appropriate: The components of a design are made compelling by their ability to respond to a community’s needs both technically and emotionally.
Let it be collaborative: Successful projects come from the informational input from all parties involved through the dedication of passionate people.”
Source: Minnesota Chapter of Architecture for Humanity’s Mission
Via: blog like you give a damn: The Official Blog of AFH-MN
Labels: Design Activism
I think that we’re going to start to see more designers who aren’t waiting to be asked to solve a problem or for an invitation to act; when they recognize a need, they will craft a built response to it. But you can’t get it right unless the client and community are involved. Each of us has an asset we bring to a project, and when you put those assets together to resolve an issue, that’s incredibly powerful. We’re not just looking for a practical solution; we’re looking for poetry.
Source: “The Future of Design Activism” by Jordan Kushins
Labels: Design Activism
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