Sketching as Design Thinking
“Sketching as Design Thinking” by Alma R. Hoffmann, published by Taylor & Francis Group in 2020, explores the significance of sketching as a cognitive tool within the realms of design education and practice. This edition spans 189 pages and is presented in English. The book delves into the evolution of sketching, distinguishing it from traditional drawing, and examines its role in contemporary design processes.
Readers will find a comprehensive analysis that includes historical perspectives on sketching and its application in various design fields. The text features case studies involving students, educators, and professionals, complemented by interviews with designers from diverse backgrounds such as fashion, user experience, and architecture. “Sketching as Design Thinking” serves as a valuable resource for those interested in the intersection of art, design, and social science, emphasizing the enduring relevance of sketching in creative endeavors.
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This book argues for the importance of sketching as a mode of thinking, and the relevance of sketching in the design process, design education, and design practice.
Through a wide range of analysis and discussion, the book looks at the history of sketching as a resource throughout the design process and asks questions such as: where does sketching come from? When did sketching become something different to drawing and how did that happen? What does sketching look like in the present day? Alongside an in-depth case study of students, teachers, and practitioners, this book includes a fascinating range of interviews with designers from a wide variety of backgrounds, including fashion, user experience, and architecture.
Sketching as Design Thinking explains how drawing and sketching remain a prominent aspect in our learning and creative process, and provides a rich resource for students of visual art and design.
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