Design like you give a damn.
101 tips, 2000+ exercises for product designers, industrial designers & researchers.
Format
Paper
Pages
448
Size
21 x 27 x 3 cm
What this book is about
Design isn’t just about making things look beautiful. It’s about solving problems, bringing clarity to ideas, and shaping how people interact with the world. This book was written to help designers bridge the gap between inspiration and execution — turning concepts into work that is both creative and effective.
Inside, you’ll find a blend of practical methods, personal insights, and lessons drawn from real projects. Each chapter breaks down complex ideas into approachable steps, offering tools you can use immediately in your own design practice. From building stronger workflows to developing a sharper eye for detail, the focus is always on applying design in ways that make an impact.
What you'll learn
By the end of this book, you’ll walk away with:
Stronger design workflows → proven methods to organize projects and keep creativity flowing without chaos.
Clarity in process → how to move from rough ideas to polished outcomes with structure and confidence.
Practical tools & techniques → exercises and frameworks you can apply immediately in your own work.
Better communication skills → strategies for presenting concepts so clients, teams, or stakeholders understand their value.
A sharper design eye → ways to analyze and improve your own work, learning to see details others miss.
Creative resilience → how to push through blocks, find inspiration, and keep evolving as a designer.
Inside the book
What people say
“This book doesn’t just talk about design — it shows you how to think like a designer. The frameworks inside helped me restructure my workflow and present my ideas with far more clarity.”
— Alex M., Product Designer
“I’ve read a lot of design books, but this one stands out for its honesty and practicality. It feels like having a mentor guiding you through the messy parts of the creative process.”
— Sofia R., Freelance Designer
“Clear, insightful, and refreshingly real. This book gave me tools I could apply the very next day in my projects — and the confidence to push my work further.”
— Daniel K., UX/UI Lead
Bring your design practice to the next leve