Basics Design: Design Thinking

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Sketching can form part of the definition stage as the brief may be a sketch by
the client. It can be used in the research stage as part of the process of creating
character profiles. In this instance, a designer may sketch a representation of
who the target audience is. This can be broadened into a sketch book that details
various aspects of the life of the target audience. A detailed sketch can form the
basis of a prototype.

Sketching is perhaps most often associated with the ideation stage, during
which a designer rapidly outlines possible design solutions and creates a visual
representation of ideas as they are generated. By its nature, sketching implies the
rapid outlining of a visual idea and so it should be undertaken in whatever way is
quickest and most efficient for the designer. The availability of drawing tablets
means that some designers prefer to ‘sketch’ directly into their computers rather
than using traditional materials such as pencil and paper. Sketching digitally in
this way means ideas can easily be archived and circulated by email, and they
occupy less space than hard copies. However, a designer should use the method
that they find quicker and easier.

Sketching


Most designers sketch in order to quickly


put ideas down on paper. As sketching can


convey a visual idea for a design or design


element very rapidly, it can be used in


many parts of the design process, and


indeed, throughout it.


Sketching


Design Thinking


Idea generation


Digital sketching
A Wacom Tablet, a digital
interface that allows a designer
to sketch ideas straight into
their computer where they can
be easily stored and emailed.

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Title: Basic Design-Thinking
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