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Ethical Design Intelligence by Philippe d'Anjou Across chapters covering topics such as virtuous character, creative agency, and unsustainable practices, the book scrutinizes design through a philosophical lens.
Publication Date: 2020
Articulating Design Decisions by Tom Greever Talking to people about your designs might seem like a basic skill, but it can be difficult to do well. This practical guide focuses on principles, tactics, and actionable methods for presenting your designs.
Publication Date: 2020
Techniques of Visual Persuasion: + Create powerful images that motivate by Larry Jordan In todays remote-oriented, work-from-home world, clear, persuasive communication is more important than ever. People don't read, they skim. Persuasive images that attract, hold and motivate an audience are essential. These techniques help you improve: • Persuasive techniques • Communication skills • Business presentations • Photos and images • Videos and motion graphics
Publication Date: 2020
Mismatch by Kat Holmes; John Maeda (Foreword by) Holmes tells stories of pioneers of inclusive design, many of whom were drawn to work on inclusion because of their own experiences of exclusion, and shows how inclusion can be a source of innovation and growth, especially for digital technologies.
Publication Date: 2018
Design School: After Boundaries and Disciplines by Paul Rodgers (Editor); Craig Bremner (Editor) Schools are shaping a new type of designer, or if tomorrow's designers will emerge from other professions such as business, health care, education, and computing, where design 'thinking' is now regularly applied.
Publication Date: 2019