Design of Everyday Things. August 15, 2020


This is nicely written but even though I read a new edition with updated examples, it felt a bit dated. Maybe the vocabulary used in the book should be updated as well. For something that reads as academic as this I’d have expected to see more explicit references to other work.

I recommend reading this if you want to start thinking more about design in everyday life. There are many memorable examples that illustrate various concepts, although if you’re looking for specific insights you probably want to look elsewhere.