Abstract
This article presents a formal model of the design thinking process based on Method Engineering. The foundation of our work is based on observations within an educational context—the 'School of Design Thinking' of the Hasso-Plattner-Institute in Potsdam, Germany ("HPI D-School"). We analyzed the design thinking process, as it is practiced there, and developed a process model that describes all process steps in detail, as well the respective input and output of each phase. A particular emphasis is given to the question, when to iterate in the process. The process model presented in this article contributes to a better understanding of design thinking, especially for educators, companies, and design practitioners. In detail, it could be used to better analyze design thinking projects and adjust them for specific companies or situations, to compare design thinking with other methods (design process models), and to develop IT-based solutions to support and facilitate the design thinking process itself or parts of it.
Original language | English |
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Title of host publication | Proceedings of E&PDE 2011 |
Subtitle of host publication | 13th International Conference on Engineering and Product Design Education, London, UK, 8-9 September 2011 |
Editors | Ahmed Kovacevic, William Ion, Chris McMahon, Lyndon Buck, Peter Hogarth |
Publisher | The Design Society |
Pages | 493-498 |
Number of pages | 6 |
ISBN (Electronic) | 9781904670339 |
Publication status | Published - 8 Sept 2011 |
Event | 13th International Conference on Engineering and Product Design Education, E&PDE 2011: Design Education for Creativity and Business Innovation - London City University, London, United Kingdom Duration: 8 Sept 2011 → 9 Sept 2011 Conference number: 13 |
Conference
Conference | 13th International Conference on Engineering and Product Design Education, E&PDE 2011 |
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Abbreviated title | E&PDE |
Country/Territory | United Kingdom |
City | London |
Period | 8/09/11 → 9/09/11 |
Keywords
- Design thinking
- Design process
- Method engineering
- Process model
- Design education