FIND 1150 - Design for Humanity Through Human-Centered Design Project

This project explores Design for Humanity through a human-centered design approach, emphasizing research, creation, and delivery. It examines design interactions between people and objects, the relationship between design decisions and societal/environmental issues like over-packaging, obsolescence, and toxic materials. The project advocates for multi-faceted, holistic approaches to design problems and discusses the impact of human activities on the environment, offering remedies such as public education and sustainable practices. It highlights the importance of accurate research, responsible waste management, and the integration of technology to mitigate environmental damage and promote sustainability.

Abstract
Human centered design is one of the most creative and best approach of solving problems which
starts with people and finally leads to more innovative solution which are basically made to suit the
needs (Acuff , Reiher, 1997). Based on the facts, the studies shows that when you understand the
people you are trying to reach and then you design from there thoughts and desires then you will
arrive at the unexpected answers which will finally make them to appreciate your ideas developed
during that process. This method revolves around whether you are trying to design physical or
digital solutions, the process is similar and it contains same phase also.
Introduction
Design for Humanity through Human Centered Design is the most precised way of solving the
problem. Besides not all problems can be solved. Studies shows that fundamental problems is
essential to be considered first since the root cause is solved. In addition, carrying out research and
identifying fundamental problems needs a lot of time and a dedicated team to do that job (Bekker,
Sturm, 2009). But despite all difficulties, this is the only way sing if not taken care of or skipped
then it will lead to wrong problem solving (Bekker, Sturm, & Barakova, 2008).
To obtain the right and perfect solution then you have to carry out your prototype using real people
so that you can collect relevant information and also know where your design needs to be improved
and how. The most important thing also to consider is this test should not be carried out using
yourself or employees or family members since consumers have different test and preference hence
it should be them who are suppose to be carried out and collect there views. The design should
target there needs only (Bekker, Eggen, 2008).
Examine design interactions between people and objects
In sociology, we define social interaction as the dynamic social actions between the groups or
individuals who mutually changes there actions and reactions because of the actions by there
interaction partners. These interaction forms a basic basis of the entire social structure. Also within
this social interaction, social cultures are identified (Bekker, Sturm, & Barakova, 2008).
Design interaction between people and object is mainly the physical part of interaction. People can
interact with objects like a laptop, phone or a remote or any other object. This interaction is what
makes the object design to be useful by the consumer since at this stage people will make use of
such designed products to fit there needs. Therefore in this case, for the product to be useful and
fully utilized by the people then they have to be in physical contact with them (Bekker, Eggen,
2008). Governments should play major role and take the initiative of educating the public through
media and also varies organization. If the government can play major role then its possible to
overcome because through there initiatives public can quickly understand because of the trust they
have in the government. If possible the government should set the laws and policies which will
govern the rights of public opinions before any constructions of industries or greenhouse all over
the country.

Examine the relationship between design decisions, society, and real world issues
In social sciences research, evidence are required to test the theories which should be obtained from
relevant source of information carried out through problem research to evaluate and perfectly
describe the related phenomenon (Acuff , Reiher, 1997). The main function of the research design is
to ensure that all the evidence which are obtained can effectively address research problem as much
as possible. Mistakes made by researchers is that they normal begins there investigations too early
without actually collecting all the relevant and critically thinking of the problem. These may result
in inadequate address and weak unconvincing conclusion to be made by researchers (Bekker,
Sturm, 2009). The first and the main remedy is to educate the public about the importance of
keeping the environment clean without pollution. Governments should play major role and take the
initiative of educating the public through media and also varies organization. If the government can
play major role then its possible to overcome because through there initiatives public can quickly
understand because of the trust they have in the government. If possible the government should set
the laws and policies which will govern the rights of public opinions before any constructions of
industries or greenhouse all over the country. Governments should play major role and take the
initiative of educating the public through media and also varies organization. If the government can
play major role then its possible to overcome because through there initiatives public can quickly
understand because of the trust they have in the government. If possible the government should set
the laws and policies which will govern the rights of public opinions before any constructions of
industries or greenhouse all over the country.
The following are such relations:
1. Over-packaging is caused by incorrect measurements. This is due to the researchers not giving
enough and accurate information on the quantity of the products to be packed. In real life this
should not happen because research can be done perfectly and this can be greatly avoided (Bakker,
Markopoulos, & de Kort, 2008). Industries should use modern technology in processing also waste
products management. By use of technology all processes and steps will involve use of electricity
be it burning or any other activity. This will greatly reduce release of the waste gases and other
waste products. Also if we can use such technologies at home for cooking and water boiling, we
will reduce the burning of firewood hence the forests will be preserved.
2. Built-in obsolescence is the mistakes done when the outdated product is packed. Modern and the
most recent products should be on the market. These errors are committed by lack of proper
knowledge on the market and also assumption made by researchers on field work by just collecting
few statistics then filling out other data by themselves. This can be avoided by collecting enough
data and also moving with the current technology (Bandura, 1997).
3. Toxic materials are mainly cause when the product expires very early while still on the market
before reaching the consumer. Proper analysis on the product about its dates of expiry should be
carried out and also to know the market demand of the product to avoid the surplus of the product
(Bekker, Sturm, & Barakova, 2008). Government and environmental organizations encourages
recycling of waste products which prolong the use of materials that cannot decompose easily like
plastics materials. This product can be used in several ways depending on its utility. Technology has
also make waste handling easy and less dangerous to humans.

4. Sustainable materials is how the raw materials can sustain the market without any insufficiency.
Research should be done appropriately to actually know the quantity of materials to be used which
can sustain the market and also there will be no waste of products (Bekker, Eggen, 2008). Also the
paper work can be greatly reduced by use of this technology. As the demand for papers reduce then
paper industries will reduce there production or complete shot down leading to less demand of
woods which will conserve our forests. This will greatly contribute to the environment
conservation. The first and the main remedy is to educate the public about the importance of
keeping the environment clean without pollution. Governments should play major role and take the
initiative of educating the public through media and also varies organization. If the government can
play major role then its possible to overcome because through there initiatives public can quickly
understand because of the trust they have in the government. If possible the government should set
the laws and policies which will govern the rights of public opinions before any constructions of
industries or greenhouse all over the country.
5. Damaging processes normally occurs when the products are not well handled. Proper methods of
handling the products should be used after the proper analysis of the fragility of the product and the
best methods to be used while handling it (Acuff , Reiher, 1997). Waste products can be properly
utilized by use of technology. Due to many innovations and demand of new products, it has really
lead to less waste disposal by industries. Recycling is perfect way of handling waste products which
are also used in other productive ways. Government and environmental organizations encourages
recycling of waste products which prolong the use of materials that cannot decompose easily like
plastics materials. This product can be used in several ways depending on its utility. Technology has
also make waste handling easy and less dangerous to humans.
In all cases proper research is required and also level of accuracy should be achieved so that
everything done should give out positive output.
Analyze design problems using multi-faceted holistic approaches
Multi-faceted research approach is used to obtain an in-depth of a complex issue understanding in
our real-life context (Acuff , Reiher, 1997). It is the design that is used in extensively wide
disciplines, and mostly in social sciences. It is sometimes known as naturalistic design because it
explore data in real depth and in more natural context. It is therefore contrast with experimental
design since this involves manipulating variables (Bakker, Markopoulos, & de Kort, 2008).
Government and environmental organizations encourages recycling of waste products which
prolong the use of materials that cannot decompose easily like plastics materials. This product can
be used in several ways depending on its utility. Technology has also make waste handling easy and
less dangerous to humans. Built-in obsolescence is the mistakes done when the outdated product is
packed. Modern and the most recent products should be on the market. These errors are committed
by lack of proper knowledge on the market and also assumption made by researchers on field work
by just collecting few statistics then filling out other data by themselves. This can be avoided by
collecting enough data and also moving with the current technology (Bandura, 1997).

Environmental Change Study
Environmental changes has been the main topic across the world. Scientists, policy makers,
politicians, church leaders and public in general have become more concern about rapid change in
environment which has cause risks such as global warming. Scientists from various respective
disciplines have been carrying out studies on what is the main cause and how can be overcome
without reaching the potential catastrophic effects. In recent past years, this subject has been all
over the news media for some times. The main concern is it has direct impact on the human race
and also distinct of other species due to this changes (Bakker, Markopoulos, & de Kort, 2008).
According to the research i did on this topic, the following are the information I collected:
Human Activities
I collected several data through interviews and questionnaires in public and also the environmental
experts. The data I collected led me to draw a summary and came up with the main cause and also
the remedies.
Human activities such as greenhouses farming, burning fuels, increase number of industries,
charcoal burning among other activities are the main contributors. The polluted gases released into
the environment has lead to the destruction of the Ozone layer which protects the earth from the
direct harmful sun rays. Industries also has contributed to water pollution since waste products are
released into water with affects the life of aquatic plants and animals. Several organizations that are
concerned have tried there best to regulate the this kinds of pollution's but they still experience so
many challenge(Bandura, 1997s.
Remedies To Human Activities
1. Human behavior to the environment
The first and the main remedy is to educate the public about the importance of keeping the
environment clean without pollution. Governments should play major role and take the initiative of
educating the public through media and also varies organization. If the government can play major
role then its possible to overcome because through there initiatives public can quickly understand
because of the trust they have in the government. If possible the government should set the laws and
policies which will govern the rights of public opinions before any constructions of industries or
greenhouse all over the country (Bakker, Markopoulos, & de Kort, 2008). Sustainable materials is
how the raw materials can sustain the market without any insufficiency. Research should be done
appropriately to actually know the quantity of materials to be used which can sustain the market and
also there will be no waste of products (Bekker, Eggen, 2008). Also the paper work can be greatly
reduced by use of this technology. As the demand for papers reduce then paper industries will
reduce there production or complete shot down leading to less demand of woods which will
conserve our forests. This will greatly contribute to the environment conservation
2. Improvising Technology Change
Industries should use modern technology in processing also waste products management. By use of
technology all processes and steps will involve use of electricity be it burning or any other activity.
This will greatly reduce release of the waste gases and other waste products. Also if we can use

such technologies at home for cooking and water boiling, we will reduce the burning of firewood
hence the forests will be preserved (Bandura, 1997. Built-in obsolescence is the mistakes done
when the outdated product is packed. Modern and the most recent products should be on the market.
These errors are committed by lack of proper knowledge on the market and also assumption made
by researchers on field work by just collecting few statistics then filling out other data by
themselves. This can be avoided by collecting enough data and also moving with the current
technology (Bandura, 1997). By use of technology it can handle it properly.
3. Improving public transportation facilities
In major cities public transport should be reduced as much as possible to reduce congestion and air
pollution. Number of vehicles should be restricted in major cities. Use of electric trains also should
be encourage in long distances and also within the city. This will result in air pollution and also
sound pollution (Acuff , Reiher, 1997).. Proper use technology in such sectors will help a lot to over
come such challenges. Also by use modern cars, the engines produce less smoke and also the noise
is reduced. Generally, everything should be technologically controlled even the traffic should be
able to be controlled by use of CCTV cameras hence improving security and safety because of its
accuracy.
4. Telecommuting and Teleconferencing
Telecommuting and Teleconferencing can also contribute since people can communicate and do
business through the phones without traveling hence there will be less fuel burning which causes air
pollution (Bekker, Sturm, & Barakova, 2008). Also the paper work can be greatly reduced by use of
this technology. As the demand for papers reduce then paper industries will reduce there production
or complete shot down leading to less demand of woods which will conserve our forests. This will
greatly contribute to the environment conservation (Acuff , Reiher, 1997)..
5. Improving the Technology of Waste Recycling and Handling
Waste products can be properly utilized by use of technology. Due to many innovations and demand
of new products, it has really lead to less waste disposal by industries. Toxic materials are mainly
cause when the product expires very early while still on the market before reaching the consumer.
Proper analysis on the product about its dates of expiry should be carried out and also to know the
market demand of the product to avoid the surplus of the product (Bekker, Sturm, & Barakova,
2008). Recycling is perfect way of handling waste products which are also used in other productive
ways. Government and environmental organizations encourages recycling of waste products which
prolong the use of materials that cannot decompose easily like plastics materials (Bekker, Sturm, &
Barakova, 2008). This product can be used in several ways depending on its utility. Technology has
also make waste handling easy and less dangerous to humans (Acuff , Reiher, 1997)..
Research issues relation to design and its impact on society and the environment.

Research issues relation to design has really lead to both society and the environmental impact.
Society depends on the environment in all aspects of life including food, water, oxygen among other
basic needs (Bandura, 1997). Due to a lot of research and innovation, the environment has been
polluted through large masses of waste products released on the environment. This waste products
has lead to destruct ions of natural habitat, water pollution and air pollution. Environment has been
destroyed by this harmful wastes. This has lead to diminish the life quality on earth (Bakker,
Markopoulos, & de Kort, 2008). Government and environmental organizations encourages
recycling of waste products which prolong the use of materials that cannot decompose easily like
plastics materials. This product can be used in several ways depending on its utility. Technology has
also make waste handling easy and less dangerous to humans. Governments should play major role
and take the initiative of educating the public through media and also varies organization. If the
government can play major role then its possible to overcome because through there initiatives
public can quickly understand because of the trust they have in the government (Bekker, Sturm, &
Barakova, 2008). If possible the government should set the laws and policies which will govern the
rights of public opinions before any constructions of industries or greenhouse all over the country.
Conclusion
In Human centered designs we have seen how people can interact with objects with aim of
facilitating and easing the activities done by people in real-life. This has been made possible by
proper research and innovations . We have also seen the relationship of this research in society and
environment in general also there impacts (Bekker, Sturm, & Barakova, 2008). Use of technology
in environmental conservation can real leads to positive impact despite the miner negative
implications.

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