The Design of Everyday Things

by Don Norman

Description

This seminal work explores the fundamental principles of great design, revealing why some products delight us while others frustrate us. It argues that the fault lies not with the user, but with design that ignores human psychology and needs, leading to confusion and inefficiency. Through clear examples and insightful analysis, the book demonstrates how to create products that are intuitive, understandable, and a pleasure to use. It offers a powerful guide to understanding and achieving good, usable design by focusing on visibility, natural relationships, and intelligent constraints.

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Basic Books

Published Jan 1, 2013

370 pages

ISBN: 9780465072996

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First Published

1988

Language

eng

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