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Herbert Simon , in the "Sciences of the Artificial" (MIT Press, 1969) has defined "design" as the "transformation of existing conditions into preferred ones" (p. 55). Design thinking is, then, always linked to an improved future. Unlike Critical Thinking , which is a process of analysis and is associated with the 'breaking down' of ideas, design thinking is a creative process based around the 'building up' of ideas. There are no judgments in design thinking. This eliminates the fear of failure and encourages maximum input and participation. Wild ideas are welcome, since these often lead to the most creative solutions. Everyone is a Designer , and design thinking is a way to apply Design methodologies to any of life's situations. THE DESIGN PROCESS Design thinking is a process for practical, creative resolution of problems or issues. The stages of this process are suggested as: |
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