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@emodi
As a designer, how do you think about new UI paradigms? When is it important to not re-invent the wheel?
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@cyrus
design is generally about solving problems, or seizing opportunities strategically, as opposed to art. so (re)invent when a problem arises or opportunity exists. i believe Mr V. Ice said it best.
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Be very wary anytime your product requires up to introduce new verbs
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Only reinvent the wheel if there’s something wrong with the old wheel you’re trying to use. Maybe it’s aesthetics or interaction pattern or a technical issue. Otherwise don’t add cognitive load to the user by inventing new paradigms.
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gm Nat - I always design for clarity and tap into what’s familiar for users when introducing new features or concepts. Overtime you can invent new UI paradigms that are unique and express your brand more, but ultimately it depends and can be a good signal to get your ideas in front of users for feedback.
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As a creative, nothing stops you from trying new paradigms. As long as your cognizant some training will be required to teach users to use the interface. We need to innovate. For example, in desktop computing, we've been stuck with the "windowing" paradigm since GUIs came out!
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Only reinvent the wheel if there’s something wrong with the old wheel you’re trying to use. Maybe it’s aesthetics or interaction pattern or a technical issue. Otherwise don’t add cognitive load to the user by inventing new paradigms.
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I believe that everything starts and ends with the user. That's why, imho, it is crucial to begin with the user's stories, utilize as much as possible of what is already available, and pay attention to the small details that can make a significant difference.
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Always? I'd say always be wary of mannerisms. In the end it's about modern and postmodern—those who adhere to the canon of economy and functionality vs those who believe that new theories and technologies demanded increasingly complex and expressive design.
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Established paradigms often work well for a reason. If a familiar design meets user needs efficiently, there's no need for radical change
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