| Title | : | The Universe of Design |
|---|---|---|
| Author | : | Jean-Pierre Protzen & David Harris |
| Release | : | 2010-05-06 |
| Kind | : | ebook |
| Genre | : | Art & Architecture, Books, Arts & Entertainment, Professional & Technical, Engineering |
| Size | : | 1244940 |
| This book examines the theoretical foundations of the processes of planning and design. When people – alone or in groups – want to solve problems or improve their situation, they make plans. Horst Rittel studied this process of making plans and he developed theories – including his notion of "wicked problems" – that are used in many fields today. From product design, architecture and planning – where Rittel’s work was originally developed – to governmental agencies, business schools and software design, Rittel’s ideas are being used. This book collects previously unavailable work of Rittel’s within the framework of a discussion of Rittel’s theories and philosophical influences. |
