The article discusses the nuances of research in design, highlighting that poorly conducted research can be detrimental. It emphasizes the need for rigorous methods over democratization for its own sake. Furthermore, it explores the transformative potential of generative AI, suggesting that it enables designers to reimagine futures and democratizes the creative process by allowing non-designers to visualize ideas. The juxtaposition of tools as barriers rather than bridges is also critiqued, questioning traditional design practices and advocating for a new approach.
I believe designers have the superpower to visualize the future. We can transform what is into what should be... With generative AI, more people can visualize their ideas.
Some research is worse than no research at all. True research democratization isn’t about letting anyone conduct studies, but about educating non-researchers on rigorous methodologies.
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