This learning lab collection is for students and teachers to access tools and resources specific to Human Centred Design. 

In this learning lab, students learn about and experience designing in the context of human-centred design (HCD). Fundamental to HCD is the principle that a designer considers human needs and wants as a higher priority than other influences throughout the design process. The success of a design depends on effectively considering the attitudes, expectations, motivations and experiences of humans. Designers use observations, interviews and experiences to acquire data about people and seek to avoid making assumptions about their needs and wants.

Students will use designing with empathy as an approach to define problems by understanding and experiencing the needs and wants of stakeholders. Students interact with stakeholders throughout the process. Ideas and design concepts are evaluated throughout the process using feedback from stakeholders to determine suitability.