7 Keys to Turn Your Product into a Memorable Experience
Tip #1: Experience Wins Over the Physical Form
In today's world, what sets similar things apart is the experience it promises and gives to its end user. It's mesmerising to see how a lamp of one type can be preferred over another simply because of the way it is designed. Hence, product designers all over the globe are focusing on taking the extra step to incorporate solutions in simple and every day things to bring about a sense of wonder when it is being used. As technology and the internet merge, so is the tangible and intangible world. Thoughtful details, user empathy, appropriate application of technology and good execution is key to good design.
Tip #2: Bring Back Culture of Aesthetics in Your Designs.
Good design creates culture of aesthetics that can inspire everyday life by sharing the joy of creativity with society.
Tip #3: Awesome is Just the Tip of the Iceberg Beneath Which Lies Great Effort and Engineering.
With solid design, intelligent use of material and process knowledge and quick prototyping, comes innovative, cost sensitive and manufacturing friendly engineering solutions while enhancing designs to the very core.
Tip #4: Love the Unknown.
Follow this tip like a religion to make your design journey exciting and refreshing. The trick is to remain positive and optimistic in any given situation and never give up. Always say 'let's explore'; make that your mantra.
Tip #5: Respect Natural Resources.
It's not just designers but people as well these days that are turning to respect recycling and the use of renewable sources and materials. Design has also tapped into this great way of life. Use materials carefully and wisely. Ensure material you use in your designs come from natural sources and that they belong to everybody.
Tip #6: Treat Your Products Like Stories.
It's key to not treat your product designs like objects. The idea is to tell stories through them; stories of people's lives, their culture, beliefs, dreams, past and future.
Tip #7: Motivate Yourself With Indian Inspirations.
The whole world looks at India for inspiration, be it Yoga, Ayurveda, our culture or traditions. As designers, it works to include Indian characters in designs to make them appeal to a wider audience.