How does a workforce develop strategic design capabilities?

By learning new techniques, and quickly getting to work on design briefs.

6 Weeks
15 People
Infinite Possibilities

Participants complete two challenges after a series of quick exercises to establish new techniques & mindsets.

Define the future value of a decaying public service.

How might new methods be integrated into a traditional UX/UI design?

Peek into the exercises we created to establish new instincts, concepts, and techniques.

Creative capacity exercises

Collaborative innovation exercises

We understand the
importance of discovery.

The programs at RISD’s Center for Complexity are specifically designed to help large and medium-sized organizations improve their problem framing skills, a crucial aspect of the creative process that is often overlooked.

Some clients may perceive this work as slow and expensive, but with the right approach, insights can emerge without the need for long lead times or large budgets. We equip designers with the necessary skills and knowledge to advocate for problem-framing, educate clients on its importance, and develop effective solutions that meet their client’s needs.

The work in this portfolio demonstrates how much is possible in a short time, given the right conditions.

All project work is attributed to workshop participants. Names are searchable by first name and last initial.