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What is Context Craving? Context Craving is the inclination to prioritize detailed understanding over speed. It's the desire to see the bigger picture and understand the "why" behind actions and decisions. Key Characteristics: - 1.Need for Detailed Information: Individuals crave in-depth knowledge to fully grasp the situation or task. This need stems from a desire to understand the broader context and the reasoning behind specific decisions. 2.Preference for Clarity Over Speed: Those who crave context prefer a clear and comprehensive understanding, even if it takes more time. They prioritize clarity over quickly finishing tasks. 3.Enhanced Decision-Making: With ample context, people feel more confident and equipped to make informed decisions. Without it, uncertainty and mistakes can arise, leading to discomfort. Why It Matters: In our quest for efficiency, we must recognize the value of context. Providing thorough background information can lead to better decisions, greater confidence, and overall improved outcomes. As we navigate complex environments, embracing Context Craving can be a powerful tool for personal and professional growth. #ContextCraving #InformedDecisions #uiux #UXDesign #Graphicdesign

To insight or not… That is the question. Or perhaps, many questions. There’s not always a clear way to guide design decisions. Sometimes, research and testing aren’t necessary. Intuition can be enough. I’ve noticed that practitioners who focus solely on “research” (like user interviews) or “testing” (like usability testing) often have the strongest views on how design should be guided. As a designer, it's misguided to think in narrow lanes. I believe: → You don’t always need either. Not every design project requires user input. → Using asynchronous methods in high volume to evaluate and validate users provides more signals, often leading to deeper insights from continuous testing and iterative design. → You don’t have to talk to users. → Talking to users can create an emotional connection to the work. → Waiting for research insights can take too long for certain types of design that benefit more from intuition and quick iteration. → Insights lead to open-ended conversations and can inspire fresh ideas. → Signals push for action and create more concrete discussions with stakeholders who want to understand the business problem from the user’s perspective. → Getting user input humanizes the work. Integration within the work is even better. A product designer’s perspective leans toward taking action, but that’s not just creating artifacts. Many organizations aim to foster a "build and get it done" mindset, and when combined with informed design, creates the right mix for amazing products and services. Insights are great. Signals are informative. And getting stuff done brings them together. #productdesign #productdiscovery #userresearch #uxresearch

Here’s our Co-founder and Design Director’s take on how every incident in life can be solved through design thinking. In the video, Dhisti Desai helps a potential candidate understand the meaning of user experience design by connecting the dots with the candidate’s real life struggles. The moral is: Every situation is solvable through empathy and user centricity. #PineappleDesign #PineappleSays #UserExperince #UIDesigners #UserFriendly #InterviewExperience #DesignIntern #DesignStudent

Design Thinking: A problem-solving approach that puts people at the center. It’s not just about designing products or services; it’s about understanding users, challenging assumptions, redefining problems, and crafting innovative solutions. The process is simple yet powerful: Empathize: Understand your users’ needs. Define: Frame the core problem. Ideate: Brainstorm solutions creatively. Prototype: Build to learn. Test: Refine through user feedback. Design Thinking isn’t linear—it’s iterative, flexible, and impactful for businesses, teams, and individuals. What stage of Design Thinking excites you the most? Share your thoughts! #UserExperience #UXDesign #UXResearch #UserCenteredDesign #AccessibilityInDesign #UsabilityTesting

Hi everyone, I'm excited to share something new I've learned. Double diamond design thinking process: It is a design framework widely used for identifying problems and finding a perfect solution. There are four phases in this model: Discover: Understand user needs, pain points and challenges and gather maximum information about the problem. Define: Create a clear problem statement using insights from the discovery phase. Develop: Explore innovative ideas and approaches using brainstorming, card sorting, and affinity mapping techniques. Test these ideas with stakeholders to see which is effective. Deliver: Finding the perfect solution for the problem and evaluating it. #uiux #doublediamond #uxstrategy #design #portfoliobuilders

How can we truly empathise? 🤔 Empathy is at the heart of human-centred design thinking. But how can we make it more than just a buzzword? One of the best ways to empathise is by involving users, customers, and stakeholders in the design process through co-creation. 👐 ✨ What does this look like? - A member of the design team facilitates sessions where users and designers generate and evaluate ideas together. - Designers carefully observe the situation and follow up with thoughtful questions to better understand users’ needs and behaviours. This process can often take place early in the discovery stage. Remember—just because you're co-creating doesn't mean you're already in solution mode. It's about uncovering user motivations, their pains, and their gains. 🙌 What is your best way to empathise?👇 #HumanCentredDesign #EmpathyInAction #CoCreation #DesignThinking #Innovation

Understanding Design from Real-World Experience Recently, I explored the profound impact of design by engaging directly with real products and their outcomes. Key takeaways include: User-Centric Approach: Prioritizing the needs and feedback of real users. Practical Insights: Leveraging hands-on experience to refine and enhance design functionality. Outcome-Driven Design: Focusing on creating designs that deliver tangible, positive results. This journey has highlighted the importance of experiential learning in crafting effective, user-friendly designs. Excited to implement these insights in future projects! Kindly share your thoughts in the comment below. 😊 #DesignExperience #UserCentricDesign #ProductDesign #ProfessionalGrowth #UXDesign

Design isn’t just about how things look or function—it’s about understanding people. When you approach design with empathy, you’re not just creating products; you’re solving real problems and building experiences that truly resonate with users. Empathy is at the core of every successful design process. It’s about stepping into the user’s world, understanding their needs, their pain points, and what truly matters to them. This mindset transforms a product from “usable” to “impactful.” Here are 3 ways empathy can elevate your design process: 1- User-Centered Research: Go beyond surface-level data. Conduct interviews, observe behaviors, and ask “why” to uncover hidden insights. 2- Inclusive Design: Remember, users are diverse. Designing for inclusivity ensures your product is accessible and meaningful for all. 3- Iterative Feedback Loops: Listening to user feedback is key. Every piece of criticism is an opportunity to refine and improve. Empathy doesn’t just lead to better designs—it builds trust and connection with users. When people feel understood, they engage more deeply. How do you practice empathy in your design process? Let’s share ideas in the comments below! #DesignWithEmpathy #UserCenteredDesign #ProductDesign

I know feedback can feel like a gut punch sometimes. But trust me, learning to embrace it and work with it takes your skills to the next level. 🚀 Today, I share some of my favourite tips for handling feedback like a professional, especially for sensitive designers. Swipe through, take notes, and leave a comment letting me know how you've always reacted to feedback. 👇🏼                                                                                                                                                                                                            ----------------------            #SharonOnyinye #designcareer #designtips #designtipsandtricks #designthinking #interfacedesigner #uxdesigners #designerfeed #designmentor #designinspiration #appdesigner #productdesigners #webdesignerlife #userexperiencedesigner #uiuxdesigners #uiillustration #uidesignpatterns #uxdaily #uidesignerlife #uiuxtips #uitrends #uiuxunlimited