Sevaldson, Birger
Designing Complexity: The Methodology and Practice of Systems Oriented Design
- ISBN 13:
- 9781863352611
- author:
- Sevaldson, Birger
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Common Ground Research Networks
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 400
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.6 x 2.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Arts & Photography, Architecture & Design, General,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
Designing Complexity: A Methodology for Living with Complex Systems. This book presents a new approach to design that acknowledges and works with complexity, rather than trying to simplify or solve it. The author draws on various systems theories to develop a methodology called Systems Oriented Design (SOD), which is designed to be adaptable and applied by anyone working with complex change processes. The book offers a collection of experiences, approaches, and perspectives on designing for complex systems, without presenting a single "right" way. Instead, it provides a flexible framework that can be used in various contexts, from architecture to education and philosophy. By exploring the possibilities and limitations of SOD, readers can gain a deeper understanding of how to work effectively with complexity. With its focus on living with and influencing complex systems, this book is an important contribution to our understanding of design in the modern world.