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6 years ago

Designing for Human Diversity: Empathic Modelling Leads to Innovative Solutions.

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Bringing Human Diversity into Design Processes Through Empathic Modelling.
Lena Lorentzen, Per‐Olof Hedvall

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The article discusses a method called empathic modelling to design products that meet the needs of diverse people. By involving individuals with different abilities in the design process, designers can create more inclusive and innovative solutions. This approach helps students develop empathy for human diversity and leads to better design outcomes. The goal is to guide efficient, innovative, and inclusive design processes by simulating the needs of various users.