We must re-think our design process to become melting pots of ideas, perspectives and skills

“Now more than ever in increasingly complex, transient times, the need for holistic experiences is vital… To approach such design as a ‘whole’ – we need to understand the varying concepts of time and data through the perspectives of cohabitants, technology and business interests alike… We must constantly re-think our process to become melting pots of ideas, perspectives and skills that not only drill deep, but also wide.” - Rahul Sen

1. The design process is essentially a process of subtraction, organization and emphasis
2. Truly great design occurs when the designer’s, client’s, and user’s perspectives are considered
3. UX designers must understand the perspectives that come from different backgrounds, cultures, and experiences
4. Sketches are an effective modeling process for designers and lead to better design
5. Design is a “whole brain” process