Design Thinking (Sustain) - Design Critique

Start the workshop by introducing the purpose of the design critique session. Explain that the goal is to gather constructive feedback and identify areas for improvement in the current design. Provide a brief overview of the design and its objectives. Set the context by discussing the target audience, project goals, and any specific design challenges that need to be addressed.

Tips : Be clear and concise in your introduction. Encourage participants to actively participate and provide their honest feedback.

Outcome : By the end of this sequence, participants will have a clear understanding of the design critique session's purpose and objectives.

Present the current design to the participants. Use visual aids such as slides or prototypes to showcase the design. Walk through the key features, functionality, and user flows. Highlight the design decisions made and explain the rationale behind them. Encourage participants to take notes and ask clarifying questions during the presentation.

Tips : Prepare a visually engaging presentation to keep participants engaged. Encourage active participation by asking questions and seeking input during the presentation.

Outcome : By the end of this sequence, participants will have a comprehensive understanding of the current design and its key elements.

Open the floor for participants to provide their feedback on the design. Encourage a constructive and respectful discussion. Ask participants to share their thoughts, suggestions, and concerns about the design. Facilitate the discussion by asking probing questions and encouraging participants to elaborate on their feedback. Take notes of the feedback provided.

Tips : Create a safe and inclusive environment for participants to share their feedback. Encourage active listening and ensure that everyone has an opportunity to contribute.

Outcome : By the end of this sequence, participants will have shared their feedback and engaged in a meaningful discussion about the design.

Based on the feedback received, facilitate a discussion to identify specific areas of the design that need improvement. Encourage participants to prioritize the identified areas and discuss potential solutions or alternative approaches. Aim to reach a consensus on the most critical areas for improvement.

Tips : Guide the discussion by asking targeted questions to help participants identify areas for improvement. Encourage collaboration and open-mindedness.

Outcome : By the end of this sequence, participants will have identified key areas for improvement in the design and discussed potential solutions.

Based on the identified areas for improvement, facilitate a discussion to develop an action plan. Discuss specific steps that need to be taken to address the identified issues. Assign responsibilities to team members and set deadlines for the action items. Ensure that the action plan is realistic and achievable within the given timeframe.

Tips : Encourage participants to take ownership of the action items and commit to their assigned responsibilities. Ensure that the action plan is documented and shared with all participants.

Outcome : By the end of this sequence, participants will have developed an action plan to address the identified areas for improvement in the design.

Conclude the workshop by summarizing the key takeaways from the design critique session. Thank the participants for their valuable feedback and contributions. Remind them of the next steps and any follow-up actions. Provide an opportunity for participants to ask any final questions or share additional thoughts.

Tips : End the workshop on a positive note by expressing gratitude for the participants' time and input. Encourage participants to continue providing feedback and engaging in the design process.

Outcome : By the end of this sequence, participants will have a clear understanding of the next steps and feel appreciated for their contributions.