Methods for collective creativity in experience design processes for health(care)

Abstract

Framed within the participatory design perspective and the Socially Responsible Design approach, we believe that design has a responsibility towards society (Papanek, 1985) and should involve all actors. In our view, the preparation of a new research proposal should therefore always start from a multi-actor perspective. This paper describes how different mapping sessions with all stakeholders (patients, nursing staff, doctors, companies, policy makers) were organised to develop a eHealth research project, dealing with the creation of smart textiles used for self-management in chronic diseases (Textures for Care). This mapping tool, self-developed in the MAP-it-project, brings all stakeholders to an equal level, both verbally as well as visually, thus enriching the communicative possibilities. The mapping toolkit creates a common language between participants with different profiles, backgrounds and expertise who not necessarily share the same 'language'.status: publishe