How can you use design research to create a welcoming reception area?

2 How to conduct design research?

There are many types of design research methods, but they can be broadly categorized into two groups: qualitative and quantitative. Qualitative methods are more exploratory and involve observing, interviewing, or testing users to gain insights into their behaviors, emotions, and motivations. Quantitative methods are more analytical and involve measuring, surveying, or analyzing data to identify patterns, trends, and correlations. Depending on your design goals, you can use a combination of both methods to gather relevant and reliable data for your reception area.

4 How to apply design research?

After you have analyzed your data, you need to apply it to your design process. You can use your findings and insights to define your design problem, generate ideas, prototype solutions, and test them with users. You can also use your data to evaluate your design outcomes and measure their impact and effectiveness. By applying design research, you can create a reception area that is based on evidence, feedback, and iteration, rather than assumptions, opinions, or trends.

5 How to communicate design research?

Finally, you need to communicate your design research to your stakeholders, such as clients, managers, or colleagues. You can use various formats and media to present your design research, such as reports, posters, videos, or websites. The purpose of communication is to share your data, findings, insights, and recommendations, as well as to persuade, inform, or educate your audience. By communicating your design research, you can showcase your design process, justify your design decisions, and demonstrate your design value.

6 Here’s what else to consider

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