Are similar in nature to association methods where completely new unexpected ideas are generated. However this method Enforces new ideas to fit the profile of the problem. There are many techniques that can be adopted within this method. Lateral thinking Analogies and chance The 3 component model for creativity applies to all methods.

Facilitation of the creative process runs in two very distinct streams. One experienced by the Facilitation/Management team and the other experience is that of the creative participants. It is important that the creative participant stream is completely insulated from the bumps and glitches within the Facilitator/Management stream and that they experience a cleanly run machine…

Are group-based activities, which can be used to a lesser extent by the individual. They have no boundaries and rely on spontaneous reaction and Quantity of ideas. As the name suggests they deal with ideas associated with the problem (Near and Far association) Creativity within Association methods,as mentioned above relies on a process which must…

(30mins is usually enough for each session) Brainstorming is the general collective term for the processes of creative thinking for associations. It can have its place anywhere in the creative process but is most effective in the initial phases. It is a process that is effective as an Individual or as a group There are 4 Rules…

Domain relevant skills: Knowledge and facts with technical and subject relevant skill bas i.e. understanding design and the specific problem brief Creativity-relevant skills: The experience of creativity process and application of a proper work style i.e. Practice and talent Task Motivation The difference between what you can do and what you will do Classification of Methods:…

Are based on analysis and systematic description of a problem. The collation of inventory solutions, variants to sub-problems and the analysis of combining these ideas to achieve the best solution. This method is regarded as a systematic method, because its nature is to step by step solve problems before grouping them together again to create…

This type of analysis helps to determine the skeleton of the product or system in question. It does not deal with the form elements such as aesthetics, dimensions or materials. Its place is particularly relevant with a product that is radical and new in its invention. The designer must distance themselves from the problem The…

This method was created by Fritz Zwicky. This method comprises of many variations, but in design only the Morphological chart is used. This is a chart of many dimensions which results in a solutions matrix. This method relies on four steps The problem or brief must be formulated as concise as possible Identify all parameters which…

This is a list of the main factors that will have an important influence or impact on the development of the design. For Products these may include the following Its function or functions The packaging of components The operation Principles The form (of individual parts) The Materials used (for individual parts) The Manufacturing Techniques Ergonomic…