Description
Book SynopsisBestselling author Christine M. Piotrowski users her trademark accessible and conversational approach to explain how the working designer solves problems and makes decisions by having the reader follow through case studies and stories, and dealing with a variety of situations.
Table of ContentsPreface.
Acknowledgments.
CHAPTER 1: Thinking Critically.
What Is Critical Thinking?
Who Is a Critical Thinker?
The Importance of Thinking Critically in Interior Design.
It Is Not Criticism.
Conclusion.
For Discussion.
CHAPTER 2: Design as Process.
The Design Process—A Brief Review.
For Whom Do We Design?
Not the First Answer.
Using Time Effectively.
Design Thinking.
Conclusion.
For Discussion.
CHAPTER 3: Problem Definition and Analysis.
Goals and Objectives.
Problem Definition.
Problem Analysis.
Synthesis.
Design Concept Statements.
Conclusion.
For Discussion.
CHAPTER 4: Asking Questions.
The Purpose of Asking Questions.
Listening Skills.
Asking the Right Questions.
Is There Always a Right Answer?
Bias.
Avoiding Disputes.
Negotiation.
Conclusion.
For Discussion.
CHAPTER 5: Looking for Answers—Research Methodologies.
Types of Research.
Evidence-Based Design.
Developing a Research Project.
Assessing Information.
Assessing Information from the Internet.
Conclusion.
For Discussion.
CHAPTER 6: Decision Making.
Making Decisions.
What Constitutes Decision Making?
Decision-Making Strategies.
Why We Make Wrong Decisions.
Conclusion.
For Discussion.
CHAPTER 7: Ethical Decision Making.
The Importance of Ethical Decision Making.
Business versus Ethical Conflicts.
Client Expectations.
Conclusion.
For Discussion.
References.
Index.
