Machine generated contents note: -- IntroductionChapter one: Stages of ThinkingThe design process; Stage one - Define; Stage two - Research; Stage three - Ideate; Stage four - Prototype; Stage five - Select; Stage six - Implement; Stage seven - Learn; Industry view: NB Studio. Chapter two: ResearchIdentifying drivers; Information gathering; Target groups; Samples and feedback; Industry view: Tanner Christensen.Chapter three: Idea GenerationBasic design directions; Questions and answers; Themes of thinking; Inspiration and references; Brainstorming; Value; Inclusion; Sketching; Industry view: Planning Unit.Chapter four: RefinementThinking in images; Thinking in signs; Appropriation; Humor; Personification; Visual metaphors; Modification; Thinking in words; Type 'faces'; Thinking in shapes; Thinking in color; Thinking in technology; Industry view: Lavernia & CienfuegosChapter five: PrototypingDeveloping designs; 'Types' of prototype; Vocabulary; What do do if you get stuck; Industry view: Second Story.Chapter six: ImplementationFormat; Materials; Finishing; Media; Scale; Series/Continuity; Industry view: Design is Play.ExercisesGlossaryIndex

1. Graphic arts
2. Graphic design (Typography)
3. Communication in design
4. Design -- Case studies