Our pre-literate ancestors wove what they believed about the world and each other into stories, often featuring heroes, gods and monsters. The myths are still with us, though they might appear in new forms. Themes they explore still resonate with us and can be found in contemporary books, movies and television shows.
Good design, such as comfortable furniture or user friendly technology is often not noticed. By contrast poorly designed products or services stand out when they get in the way of us achieving a desired goal. We might debate the nature of good design, but recognising its features could help you improve your own work.
Beginning in Britain during the 18th century and accelerating during the 19th and into the 20th century, the Industrial Revolution led millions of former agricultural workers to seek employment in the growing industrial cities. Parallels have been drawn to concerns today regarding the impact on society of AI and robotics.
