Giving Meaning to Products Via a Conceptual Design Approach

Naz Yaldiz, Mark Bailey

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    Abstract

    Although the conceptual design is a fundamental process through which design decisions are made, its focus is on finding the right solution. Is finding the right solution enough for a good design? Defining the problem or applying a solution-focused process may not be enough to create the differences that must be present in today's variable conditions. This can be overcome through seeking meaning instead of seeking a solution. The purpose of this article is to develop an approach that focuses on seeking meaning for products by starting with a design-thinking approach to the conceptual design process in engineering design. Focusing on a search for meaning in engineering design will provide advantages, such as creating unique values and sustainable competition.
    Original languageEnglish
    Title of host publicationProceedings of the 22nd International Conference on Engineering Design (ICED19)
    PublisherCambridge University Press
    Pages1513-1522
    Number of pages9
    Volume1
    Edition1
    DOIs
    Publication statusPublished - Jul 2019
    Event22nd International Conference on Engineering Design: Responsible Design for our Future - Delft, Netherlands
    Duration: 5 Aug 20198 Aug 2019
    https://www.iced19.org/

    Publication series

    NameProceedings of the Design Society: International Conference on Engineering Design
    PublisherCambridge University Press
    Number1
    Volume1
    ISSN (Print)2220-4342

    Conference

    Conference22nd International Conference on Engineering Design
    Abbreviated titleICED19
    Country/TerritoryNetherlands
    CityDelft
    Period5/08/198/08/19
    Internet address

    Keywords

    • Conceptual design
    • Innovation
    • Creativity

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