Research: Problem and Prototyping

This lecture covers the importance of defining a broad conceptual framework for a project, distinguishing between the general framework (problematique) and specific dimensions of the problem. It also discusses the four steps of the research phase, including observing complex human activities, documenting observations systematically, and structuring the gathered information. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of a clear problem definition before jumping to solutions, highlighting the significance of original problem consideration in design projects.