Design thinking is a human-centric, iterative problem-solving method that involves empathy, experimentation, and iteration to create innovative solutions. This pattern focuses on understanding the users and their needs, generating ideas, prototyping, testing, and refining solutions.
Design Thinking
Table of Contents
When to use
- Design an innovative, human-centered solution to a complex problem.
- When solving complex and ill-defined problems
- When creating user-centered solutions or innovations
- When dealing with situations where multiple perspectives are involved
Pattern Requirements
- A problem or challenge to be addressed
- A target user group or audience
- A collaborative and open-minded team
Pattern Structure
Empathize with others
Define the problem
Ideate solutions
Prototype a solution
Test an idea
Iterate
Implement