Design of Everyday Objects
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Donald Norman's "The Design of Everyday Things" explores how design impacts the usability and functionality of objects.
Norman argues that good design should make things easy to understand and use, while bad design can lead to frustration and errors.
The book introduces principles such as discoverability, feedback, and affordances to guide designers in creating user-friendly products.
Norman emphasizes the importance of understanding human psychology and behavior in the design process.
He critiques common design flaws and provides practical advice for improving the design of everyday objects to enhance user experience.
The book is a foundational text in the field of design and continues to influence designers across various disciplines.
Norman argues that good design should make things easy to understand and use, while bad design can lead to frustration and errors.
The book introduces principles such as discoverability, feedback, and affordances to guide designers in creating user-friendly products.
Norman emphasizes the importance of understanding human psychology and behavior in the design process.
He critiques common design flaws and provides practical advice for improving the design of everyday objects to enhance user experience.
The book is a foundational text in the field of design and continues to influence designers across various disciplines.
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