Abstract
To develop inclusive design materials that are well suited to design practice and thus more likely to be adopted, a better understanding of this practice is needed. A triangulated study was thus conducted, including observations of case studies, interviews with designers and a literature review. The study examined many aspects of design practice, focusing on the consideration of users and influences on method uptake. Four overarching themes were identified: clients' influence, informality, variation, and time and cost constraints. Implications include the need to educate clients in the value of inclusive design; the need for informal, cheap, yet insightful inclusive design methods; and the value of providing a range of flexible materials for different design situations.
Original language | English |
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Pages (from-to) | 345-373 |
Number of pages | 29 |
Journal | Journal of Engineering Design |
Volume | 21 |
Issue number | 2-3 |
DOIs | |
Publication status | Published - Apr 2010 |
Externally published | Yes |
Keywords
- Design practice
- Design tools
- Human factors
- Inclusive design
- User-centred design