Kelley highlights the significance of design thinking, creative techniques, and collaboration in generating new ideas and products, using examples from successful companies like Apple and IDEO. The book provides valuable insights into the realm of innovation, inspiring readers to create novel ideas and solutions.
Upon reading this text, I ponder whether we are innovative enough in our world, considering that innovation implies planned, controlled change and the application of new ideas and techniques within a social system. It is not solely about being innovative; rather, we must collectively find ways to develop solutions as a community.
This perspective influences my design practice as I prioritize the needs of the environment in which a product operates rather than focusing on my personal preferences. Innovation in interaction design entails using new technologies, concepts, or methods to address problems and implement fresh ideas. By understanding the importance of innovation, I can better explore its applications in my practice and create designs that effectively meet user needs while remaining economically viable.
Lorenzo Franzini, Roger Herzog, Stefan Rutz, Franziska Ryser, Kurt Ziltener, and Philippe Zwicky are a group of professors from various universities, each with a unique expertise in fields such as political philosophy, sustainable development, sustainability, environmental policy, business administration, and political institutions. Their collective research focuses on post-growth theory, critiques of growth society, and the pursuit of sustainable and equitable transformation processes.
The text prompts readers to think about technology in innovative ways to create a more positive future. It discusses the concept of "Imperial Technology," which is an approach that aims to harness technology and science to control and exploit nature and society. In the context of critiquing growth society and exploring alternative, sustainable development paths, the authors claim that "Imperial Technology" is part of an economic and political system centered on expansion and resource exploitation.
Upon reading this text, I realize that substantial changes are needed in our economy and technology, as they are influenced by long-established practices. In my design projects at ZHdK, I make an effort not to depend exclusively on technical solutions or new materials. Instead, I try to use recycled materials or products sourced from second-hand shops whenever possible.
The authors' emphasis on moving away from "Imperial Technology" and considering alternatives that prioritize cooperation, environmental respect, and social justice inspires me to think about how my design practice can contribute to a sustainable future.