For my design methods and processes class, the lecturers gave us three digital experiments to start our design year. To help guide our experiments’ execution, we were also given a Miro template for planning and step management. Throughout development, we worked through each step - and feedback from peers formed strong project support. The first sprint was for an AT Hop reskin, introducing us to UX/UI development. The second was for a 3D modelling and poster design task, and the third was for a VR experience created in Mozilla Hubs. All of these areas and tools were new to the majority of participants.
UX/UI Experiment
I focused on understanding and iteration for this sprint. I spent a lot of time processing my thoughts and ensuring that I understood my project. Working with what I knew and what other people knew was my primary strategy for this sprint. From having younger siblings, I would guess with some accuracy what their responses might be. I relied on my precedents for inspiration/information and my peers for confirmation/criticism.
3D Modelling Sprint
There was a lot of emphasis on ideation during this sprint as it was an easy step to control and prioritise. Gathered a lot of examples during the research phase and referenced them often while working. I wasn’t confident in my poster design or 3D modelling skills, so I started those steps as early as possible to give me room to fail. My strategy was to spend a lot of time on my tablet getting out quick ideas so I wouldn’t attach to one too quickly.
VR Environment Sprint
My priority during this sprint was to convey a personal narrative with my limited skills. I wasn’t great at modelling or working in Mozilla Hubs - so I stuck to creating explicit immersion assumptions and sticking to them. I dedicated time to finding the correct narrative so that I knew I was building the right concept. A strong foundation supported me, meaning I didn’t need tool proficiency to create a compelling outcome.
These sprints were an incredible help in guiding and mapping out my process. You can find process work for the individual tasks in related blog posts.