Design roulette: A close examination of collaborative decision-making in design from the perspective of framing. (July 2018)

• Record Type: Journal Article
• Authors: McDonnell, Janet
• Is Part Of: Design studies. Volume 57(2018)
• Page Start: 75
• Page End: 92
• Publication Date: 2018-07
• Subjects: collaborative design -- decision making -- design process -- framing -- design expertise; Design -- Periodicals; 745.405
• DOI: 10.1016/j.destud.2018.03.001
• Languages: English
• ISSNs: 0142-694X

Abstract

Abstract : This paper uses the concept of framing as a means of examining design process. It explores in detail interactions between a small design team as they collaborate to design a workshop which forms part of a larger project. Elements of framing practice, namely, moving, reflecting and reframing are used to draw attention the decision-making constructed as a failure to benefit from frame discipline. Set in the context of a substantial data set documenting a design project taking place within contemporary industrial design practice, analysis of this specific episode is used to discuss frame discipline as a characteristic of design expertise. Highlights: Examines interaction in a design meeting as opportunities to progress by framing. Uses frame concepts of moves, reflection & reframing to account for observations. Exposes decision making as failure to benefit from frame discipline. Raises issues about design expertise conceived as skill to frame effectively.