The design process is a series of stages undertaken by a designer in order to come to a final solution for the project or task.
The process covers areas that need to be addressed in order for a successful design solution. The following diagram expresses these stages:
In terms of design methods, the key is to gain insights or individual truths relating to the subject design in order to achieve better experiences between the product and user, both aesthetically and ergonomically.
Methods give structure to a design process as well as this, they add to the support of the communication between designers and clients, therefore allowing the process to run smoothly. They also aid in sparking ideas, validating ideas, analyzing research and evaluating the solution. In saying this, the method is evident throughout the entire design process, holding it together with structure and pushing it to progress positively.
I believe the key to good designers as well as good designs lies in the skill of identifying appropriate methods and at the same time creating the right conditions for their use. Without method, there is initially no structure, and therefore resulting in poor design organization, communication and solution.
Websites Used:
http://www.designcouncil.org.uk/en/About-Design/Design-Methods/The-design-process/
http://www.technologystudent.com/designpro/despro1.htm
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Design_methods
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