[IxDA Discuss] Designing for Microsoft Surface to tell a Story SxSW panel topic

2009-08-20 Thread james horgan
Hi everyone, i will be hosting a panel discussion at SxSW, if anyone is interested, please vote for me at: http://panelpicker.sxsw.com/ideas/view/4886 Thanks in advance! James Horgan Welcome to the Interaction Design Association

Re: [IxDA Discuss] ISO: Films about interaction design

2008-10-22 Thread james horgan
I'll say it again: Idiocracy funny movie, highlights a lot of fun versions of user interfaces. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Posted from the new ixda.org http://www.ixda.org/discuss?post=34644

Re: [IxDA Discuss] Interface Design vs Interaction Design

2008-10-21 Thread james horgan
actually i wanted to add something to what i was writing as this reminds me of the same problem i used to have as an industrial designer. Whether to call myself an industrial or a product designer. The actual difference is that industrial may have more engineering involvement, while the product des

Re: [IxDA Discuss] Interface Design vs Interaction Design

2008-10-21 Thread james horgan
Hi Tashin, can of worms you opened there! i would say it started with graphic design, then became interface design as people got a better understanding of the UI process, then became interaction design as people understood the business value of a UI designer on board and the range of functions the

Re: [IxDA Discuss] Future Interaction: The application of IxD to science fiction.

2008-10-21 Thread james horgan
IDIOCRACY A man travels to the future where everyone in the world has become incredibly stupid because they no longer need to think. The interface used at the Hospital (a large touchscreen pad with icons for every possible ailment) is funny and accurate! . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Re: [IxDA Discuss] Can an interaction designer creat (great) interaction without (great) visual design skills?

2008-10-16 Thread james horgan
Unlikely, what you're asking from someone is too visualise the potential of your solution, and visionary business clients are few and far between my friend. It's your job to make them recognise the business value of what you do. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Re: [IxDA Discuss] why the hate-on User-centered Design? (was practice vs. discipline & roles vs. people

2008-10-07 Thread james horgan
Couple of reasons for the hate-on: Lack of consistency across various projects; one methodology for one type of project will not work for another. This makes it difficult for execs and project managers to accurately gauge the cost effectiveness of a project, which would drive any money person nuts.

Re: [IxDA Discuss] Touchscreen interfaces - hype?

2008-10-07 Thread james horgan
I work primarily on designing applications for Microsoft Surface, and I would say it's less hype and becoming more of a reality. Haptic feedback, pressure sensitivity; and accuracy are all becoming realities for touchscreen technology so its becoming much more a practical part of a persons life. I

Re: [IxDA Discuss] Advice? Dismissal over "no more design"

2008-10-07 Thread james horgan
If you have proven data as to how your designs are correlated to the bottom line of profit, I would pursue it with HR and Exec team, they may see it differently as to how valuable they think your skillset is and they need to make cutbacks. You have to ask yourself are you willing to work for anothe

Re: [IxDA Discuss] Introducing design to a dev team for the firsttime

2008-05-23 Thread james horgan
No problems Martin, hope it goes well for you. I do think you have a bit of internal marketing to do especially to shift such a large organizations viewpoint on delivery. Identify the people who can help you make that change and get in touch with them, there are ways to do it without ticking off yo

Re: [IxDA Discuss] Introducing design to a dev team for the first time

2008-05-22 Thread james horgan
Hi Martin, I'd talk to your CEO or whoever is in charge, show them before and after scenarios and make a case as to why you think usability = increased revenue. I would also do a bit of internal marketing, ensure your team are referred to as interaction designer (never graphic designers) and do som

Re: [IxDA Discuss] Does Forrester know about interaction design?

2008-05-22 Thread james horgan
i think because its a popular term with clients, most ad agencies are actively encouraging an interaction design type role that isnt as reflective as what most UXers actually do (forget about case studies for example). Its good business for them so its become popular practice. On Thu, May 22, 2008

Re: [IxDA Discuss] Is a Flash-intro to a personal portfolio still good/relevant?

2008-05-21 Thread james horgan
it does depends. if youve a long loading time, god forbid, youd better distract them with something decent. or hire a better programmer. if youre an animator, why not? usability, schmusability, you're there to entertain. people hear flash intro and go all negative and dark, but if youre waiting for