There is no symbol revealing its attributes, such as the Arrow (->) or the At symbol (@). The Arrow offers clear directions, while we use the at symbol countless times daily to represent email. The Arrow signifies provision, influence, or change, embodying “this is this.” They serve as metaphors, representations, symbols, and sights. This lecture explores the concept of user experience through examples of design symbols in various channels, types, and cultural and social contexts.
- # Sign, symbol, design: design as symbol
- # Design signs utilising metaphors
- # Channels and types of design sign
- # Signs ever-changing and evolving