Problem Solving and Critical Thinking for Designers

Preface. Acknowledgments. CHAPTER 1: Thinking Critically. What Is Critical Thinking? Who Is a Critical Thinker? The Importance of Thinking Critically in Interior Design. It Is Not Criticism. Conclusion. For Discussion. CHAPTER 2: Design as Process. The Design Process A Brief Review. For Whom Do We Design? Not the First Answer. Using Time Effectively. Design Thinking. Conclusion. For Discussion. CHAPTER 3: Problem Definition and Analysis. Goals and Objectives. Problem Definition. Problem Analysis. Synthesis. Design Concept Statements. Conclusion. For Discussion. CHAPTER 4: Asking Questions. The Purpose of Asking Questions. Listening Skills. Asking the Right Questions. Is There Always a Right Answer? Bias. Avoiding Disputes. Negotiation. Conclusion. For Discussion. CHAPTER 5: Looking for Answers Research Methodologies. Types of Research. Evidence-Based Design. Developing a Research Project. Assessing Information. Assessing Information from the Internet. Conclusion. For Discussion. CHAPTER 6: Decision Making. Making Decisions. What Constitutes Decision Making? Decision-Making Strategies. Why We Make Wrong Decisions. Conclusion. For Discussion. CHAPTER 7: Ethical Decision Making. The Importance of Ethical Decision Making. Business versus Ethical Conflicts. Client Expectations. Conclusion. For Discussion. References. Index.