Feeling uninspired? That shouldnt keep you from creating great design work. Design is not about luck, inspiration, or personal expression. Design is a disciplined pursuit aimed at producing sensible, functional work for clients. InThe Design Method,youll learn how to create quality design work on a regular basis that consistently pleases your clients using the same method that Creative Director Eric Karjaluoto uses at his creative agency, smashLAB.The Design Methodwill teach you a proven, repeatable process for solving visual communication problems.
 In this book, you will learn: 
 - Ways to conduct research and gain insight into your clients situations
 -A process for establishing strategies and plans for your projects
 -How to develop a cohesive concept and visual direction for each client/job
 -An iterative approach to prototype, test, refine, and produce effective design
 -Techniques for presenting and documenting creative work
 -Tips for making your design studio operate efficiently and consistently