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Design Criticism Vocabulary

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Gestalt Principles

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A theory of visual perception that describes the ways by which humans naturally organize visual elements into groups or unified wholes when certain principles are applied.

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Design Language

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A set of consistent visual elements that makes a product's aesthetic instantly recognizable and serves as its unique 'visual identity'.

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Aesthetic Usability Effect

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A phenomenon where users often perceive aesthetically pleasing designs as more usable, even if they aren't functionally improved.

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Skeuomorphism

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A design principle in which design cues are taken from the physical world to help users understand how to use a digital interface.

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Sustainability

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A design philosophy focused on creating products and solutions that have minimal negative impact on the environment, are socially responsible, and can economically viable over their entire lifecycle.

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Critique

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An analytical process in which a design is evaluated based on its effectiveness, functionality, aesthetics, and usability, often involving peer review, analysis, and constructive feedback.

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Affordance

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A term that refers to the perceived and actual properties of a thing, primarily those fundamental properties that determine just how the thing could possibly be used.

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Ergonomics

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The science of designing products, systems, and environments to maximize safety, comfort, and efficiency for human users.

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White Space

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The negative or empty space around and between the subjects of an image or design, which helps to define and separate the visual elements, and can enhance readability and comprehension.

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Hierarchy

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An arrangement or classification of design elements in order of importance, which guides the user's eye and creates an organized and easily navigable design.

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Form Follows Function

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A design principle that states that the shape of a building or object should primarily relate to its intended function or purpose.

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Modularity

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A design approach that subdivides a system into smaller parts (modules) that can be independently created, altered, replaced, or exchanged with other modules or between different systems.

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