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There is a non-negotiable power in Human-Centered Design. Complexity defines our global challenges—from energy and climate change to healthcare and equality—and we can no longer ignore the transformative power of human-centered design. This isn’t just a nice-to-have—it’s a must-have. Traditional problem-solving methods are outdated and ineffective as they often overlook the most crucial component: the human experience. If we don't ground our solutions in the lives of those affected, we're just throwing darts in the dark. Human-centered design insists that understanding deep, human needs isn't an optional step—it’s the entire foundation on which to build any solution. How can we design effective public health strategies if we’re not addressing the real barriers people face every day? How can we talk about sustainability without considering how real people interact with their environment? How can we bring viable solutions to energy without understanding the human forces at play? And how do we address equality if we aren't willing to take a hard look at all the human factors involved, even if it's uncomfortable? If your innovation process or tech implementation, or culture change effort, or marketing strategy, or customer experience, or anything else you do to solve a problem around humans (hint: that's pretty much everything) doesn't prioritize human insights, it's not just ineffective; it’s irresponsible. We need to design with people, not at them. We need to listen, adapt, and respond—not dictate. So, to all the innovators, policymakers, movers, shakers, and candlestick makers out there: it’s time to embrace human-centered design as your first line of defense against complex challenges. Anything less is a compromise you can't afford—Design it right. Welcome to the future.  Welcome to Design. #DesignThinking #HumanCenteredDesign #Innovation #ChangeTheWorld #NoMoreExcuses

Another sunny #SustainabilityWednesday, let's shine some light on Fusion and how it empowers designers to design with sustainability in mind 💡 Including the Makersite add-on for Fusion, bringing even more insights around sustainability AND economic factors to make the most informed decisions across product lifecycle. Thanks Kavya Jhingran for the share! #sustainability #designandmake #informeddecisions #designforcircularity

From Steribright to Brightspace   At our core, we've always been driven by a passion for innovation, dedication to excellence, and a commitment to serving our clientele's dynamic needs. Our journey began under the brand Steribright, a name that paid homage to our roots in delivering sterilization and air quality solutions. As we looked towards the horizon, it became evident that our brand needed to encapsulate more than just our beginning—it had to embody our future. Enter BrightSpace.  Our rebranding to BrightSpace signifies more than just a name change. It represents our holistic vision of creating spaces that are not just healthy, but also efficient, sustainable, and optimized for well-being. Our offerings extend beyond sterilization to encompass energy conservation, AI-driven optimizations, and the promise of a brighter, better living and working environment. Brightspace believes that buildings can be more efficient and healthier spaces. We give users the power to improve their energy efficiency while improving air quality via: - Real-Time Intelligence: Transforming existing HVAC systems with intelligent, real-time occupancy and environmental sensing. - Customizable Scalability: Tailoring modular solutions that scale with your growth, from small to expansive spaces. - Sustainable Longevity: Offering products that are a long-term investment in sustainability, minimizing e-waste. - Data Security: Ensuring your data's integrity with best-in-class encryption and robust privacy protocols. - Seamless Integration: Engineering solutions for swift installation with minimal operational disruption. - Edge AI Innovation: Leading with Edge AI capabilities for autonomous decision-making and proactive adaptations. But, why BrightSpace? The name 'BrightSpace' captures our dual mission—'Bright' indicates clarity, purity, and intelligence, while 'Space' reaffirms our commitment to transforming every room, building, and environment our products touch. With BrightSpace, we're not just retrofitting old systems; we're reinventing them, turning every building into a dynamic, responsive habitat for sustainability and health. Brighter days. Brilliant spaces. Welcome to BrightSpace.  www.brightspace.ai hello@brightspace.ai

🌍✨ Design for Planet Festival 2023: Key Insights and Highlights ✨🌍 I recently had the privilege of representing my organization, Esquare Innovations at the Design for Planet Festival, 2023, where Tech and sustainability thought leaders shared invaluable insights. Key takeaways: 🌱 Prioritizing Sustainable Design: Design for the planet, not just profit. 🤝 Stakeholder Collaboration: Joining forces for ethical, sustainable products. ♻️ Reparability and Modification: Reducing waste, extending product life. 💡 'Selfishness is the greatest environmental problem.' - Bas van Abel, founder, Fairphone. 🚫 Greenwashing Concerns: Unverified eco-claims threaten our path to Net Zero. 💪 Power of Collaboration: Interdisciplinary teamwork drives sustainability. 🤝 Overcoming Selfishness: Corporate and individual actions impact progress. 🌐 System Integration & Behavioral Change: Optimizing systems for reduced impact. 🔥 Driving Intelligent Demand: Consumers and businesses fuel Net-Zero solutions. These insights have reignited our commitment to our 3Ps (People, Profit, Planet) and 3Rs (Reduce, Reuse, Recycle) values. As an R&D company focused on sustainability and innovation solutions, we're dedicated to promoting behavioral change in the sustainability sector through partnerships and collaborations. 👉 Follow our page for updates. Your support means the world to us! https://lnkd.in/etbVETwX Thank you for your ongoing support! #DesignForPlanet #Sustainability #NudgeDisplay #NetZero #Innovation #BehavioralChange 

🌿 Navigating the Interplay: Technology, Wellbeing, and Nature 🌐 In the profound exploration of "Gray World, Green Heart," the author delves into the transformative impact of current technologies. The observation that these technologies often lead to centralized, authoritarian hierarchies rings especially true. As designers committed to ethical practices and localized projects with global implications, it's crucial to acknowledge the pervasive influence of technology on our societal structures and designs. The current technological landscape has not only shaped our hierarchies but also influenced our perspectives. As we navigate this intricate intersection, the challenge lies in harnessing technology's power to create inclusive, interconnected systems. The goal is to align our technological advances with our wellbeing and connection to nature, fostering a more honest and authentic method of communication. Join the journey of forging a pathway forward—where technology becomes a harmonious extension of ourselves and our environment. It's a call to designers to lead the way in crafting a future that values wellbeing, nature, and technological innovation in a seamless and interconnected dance. 🌱🌐 Instagram - @Ecovention.education #TechWellbeing #EthicalDesign #InclusiveTechnology #DesigningForConnection #InterconnectedSystems #TechInnovation #SustainableTech #TechEthics #DesignLeadership #FutureOfDesign #DesignForWellbeing #NatureConnection #TechInDesign #InnovationPathway #DesigningTomorrow #DesignResponsibly #ConsciousDesign #NavigatingChange

Join us on a journey towards a brighter, more sustainable future, guided by thought-provoking artwork by Guillermo Leal. Adaptable Experience solution helps users extend the life of their products. This is done through modular design, allowing for customization and upgrades over time. This means that the product remains relevant and adaptable to evolving needs. Businesses can also benefit from this solution by reducing waste and staying competitive in a rapidly evolving market. Users enjoy the freedom to customize and upgrade their products, which enhances satisfaction and longevity. ➡ We invite you to join us in celebrating the transformative potential of modular design. Share your experiences and insights as we work towards a sustainable future driven by innovation. #sustainable #modular #innovation #circular

We're thrilled to share our latest article, "Decoding the Human Element," where we delve into the essence of our innovative service offering. Explore how Mini-Communities are revolutionizing #HealthSolution design! 🔗 Read the full article here: https://buff.ly/48KfMpg Join the conversation and let us know your thoughts in the comments! #MiniCommunities #Innovation #HumanElement

Many of the organizations I collaborate with are increasingly curious about how 𝗛𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻-𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 𝗗𝗲𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗻 (𝗛𝗖𝗗) can drive their sustainability initiatives. HCD is an iterative design process that puts people at the heart of every decision. It involves understanding user needs, prototyping solutions, and testing them in the real world. 4 key principles of HCD:  𝟭. 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝗼𝘁 𝗜𝘀𝘀𝘂𝗲:Focus on understanding the whole system to identify and address the fundamental problem, not just the symptoms. 𝟮. 𝗙𝗼𝗰𝘂𝘀 𝗼𝗻 𝗣𝗲𝗼𝗽𝗹𝗲:Prioritize deep understanding of users' needs, contexts, and behaviors through ongoing research and engagement. 𝟯. 𝗨𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝘀 𝗮 𝗦𝘆𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗺:  Recognize and design for the interconnectedness of all elements within the user's environment. 𝟰. 𝗜𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗧𝗲𝘀𝘁: Prototype and test rapidly to refine solutions based on user feedback.. Here’s how HCD principles can be tied to sustainability initiatives within organizations: 𝟭. 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗸𝗲𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗱𝗲𝗿 𝗘𝗻𝗴𝗮𝗴𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁:  HCD promotes involving all stakeholders—end-users, community members, employees, and supply chain partners—in the design process. Engaging these groups can lead to more inclusive and practical sustainability solutions that are more widely accepted and effective. 𝟮. 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: Sustainable Innovation: HCD focuses on user needs to innovate products that are reusable, recyclable, or biodegradable, thereby reducing waste and environmental impact while fulfilling user expectations. 𝟯. 𝗕𝗲𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗼𝗿𝗮𝗹 𝗜𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀: HCD helps organizations understand and leverage customer and employee behavior towards sustainability. Designing systems that align with these behaviors can effectively promote sustainable practices in everyday life. #HumanCenteredDesign #Sustainability #InnovativeSolutions #DesignThinking #UserExperience #CircularEconomy #SustainableBusiness #CorporateResponsibility #circularity Parallel Labs

🌏 Ready to see how to design for the planet? Enter planet-centric design: an approach that prioritizes sustainability alongside market demand. It's all about holistic thinking, life cycle assessment, circular economy principles, and ecosystem collaboration ♻️ In digital product design, here's how planet-centric principles can be applied: 🌱Designing energy-efficient software and apps to minimize carbon footprint. 🌱Implementing user interfaces that encourage sustainable behaviors, such as opting for digital receipts over printed ones. 🌱Incorporating features that promote digital wellness and reduce screen time to mitigate electronic waste. 🌱Leveraging cloud-based storage and computing resources to reduce the need for physical hardware and energy consumption. Any other ideas? #PlanetCentricDesign #Sustainability #Innovation"

In today's fast-paced digital world, there's an emerging trend that's gaining traction - slow technology. But what exactly is slow technology, and how can it help us create more meaningful and sustainable digital experiences? At its core, slow technology is about prioritizing quality over speed. It's about designing technology that enhances human well-being, rather than simply chasing the latest trends. By focusing on quality features and mindful interactions, we can reduce stress and promote more intentional user engagement. And by designing for durability and long-term use, we can foster deeper connections with technology. Let's take a look at a few examples of slow technology in action. The Fairphone, for instance, is a tech product that prioritizes ethical production and durability. And Calm, a meditation and mental wellness app, is a great example of a digital platform that promotes slow, mindful usage. So, how can you incorporate slow technology principles into your own design practices? Share your ideas and examples in the comments below! Let's work together to create a more sustainable and meaningful digital future. Additionally, we can implement slow technology principles by prioritizing quality over quantity, designing interfaces that encourage deliberate and meaningful user engagement, and using sustainable materials and energy-efficient technologies in product design. By doing so, we can reduce electronic waste, lower energy consumption, and promote a more sustainable digital future.