Across the Time and Space

Publisher: Common Ground Publishing

E-ISSN: 2325-1638|6|2|51-71

ISSN: 2325-162x

Source: The International Journal of Design Management and Professional Practice, Vol.6, Iss.2, 2013-01, pp. : 51-71

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Abstract

Design is a multifaceted and a multidisciplinary field. In the current scenario of globalization and multiculturalism, the Systems study of design discipline across different time-space can enrich the scope of design practice. We propose and demonstrate a methodology to work across time, space, and design applications.This work is rooted in the theory of General Systems Thinking: GST. The effectiveness of GST in multidisciplinary environment is well established. GST has influenced design for several decades but it is still underused. Compare and Borrow, the methodology we propose is an application of Systems Thinking. It facilitates the comparison of the conceptual models of various fields in design, at various time and space, to create a platform for systematic exchange of system rules, tools, and processes. This new methodology is evaluated by the successful demonstration of borrowing a design tool from one application and applying it for another application. ‘Grid in visual design’ is the design tool selected for demonstration. Grid is considered as the greatest tool in terms of space management. We attempt to provide a platform to compare and borrow the grids across different applications.