The Design of Everyday Things Full Audiobook

Donald A. Norman

What constitutes a good design

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Author: Donald A. Norman

Narrator: Brian

Format: MP3

IBSN: 9781306432771

Language: English

Publish Date: 01/01/1988

Audiobook length: 31min

The Design of Everyday Things Summary Audiobook

Chapter 1Overview

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Chapter 2What is good design?

Chapter 3Reflecting on what constitutes a bad design

Chapter 4How to design good products?

Chapter 5Summary & Review

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Who should listen The Design of Everyday Things

"The Design of Everyday Things" by Donald A. Norman is an essential listen for anyone interested in design, usability, and user experience. This audiobook is ideal for students, professionals, and enthusiasts in fields such as product design, engineering, architecture, and human-computer interaction. It also appeals to everyday consumers who want to understand how design impacts their interactions with objects and technology. By delving into the principles of effective design, listeners can enhance their ability to create intuitive products and environments, making this audiobook a valuable resource for anyone looking to improve their understanding of good design practices.

3 quotes from The Design of Everyday Things

"The design of everyday things is more than just the design of objects; it is the design of experiences and interactions."
"The most important thing about design is how it communicates the purpose of the object to the user."
"Good design is what makes an object understandable, usable, and desirable; it is about bridging the gap between intention and outcome."

Author : Donald A. Norman

Donald Arthur Norman has been named by Businessweek as one of the world’s most influential designers. He is both a world-famous psychologist, and a fellow of the American Academy of Arts and Sciences. Previously, he used to serve as a senior director and consultant at numerous world leading corporations, such as Apple and Hewlett-Packard. Since its publication, his book ‘The Design of Everyday Things’ has been a best-seller for 25 years, and has been translated into 15 languages. The philosophy of design proposed in the book is still relevant, and highly praised by designers.