Abstract
This paper suggests that: a model of Intentionality is required in any theory of design thinking; that ”intending” is systematically informed and constrained by experience; that it is cognitively structured in terms of the source-path-goal schema; and that this schema frames, threads and manages other modes of thinking during design. The philosophical roots, cognitive structure and operational requirements of intentional thinking are indicated and a computational model of design thinking which would enable Intentionality in design to become more accessible as a subject of research is referenced.
Citation
Burnette, C. (2002) Intentionality and design, in Durling, D. and Shackleton, J. (eds.), Common Ground - DRS International Conference 2002, 5-7 September, London, United Kingdom. https://dl.designresearchsociety.org/drs-conference-papers/drs2002/researchpapers/12
Intentionality and design
This paper suggests that: a model of Intentionality is required in any theory of design thinking; that ”intending” is systematically informed and constrained by experience; that it is cognitively structured in terms of the source-path-goal schema; and that this schema frames, threads and manages other modes of thinking during design. The philosophical roots, cognitive structure and operational requirements of intentional thinking are indicated and a computational model of design thinking which would enable Intentionality in design to become more accessible as a subject of research is referenced.