How Designers Destroyed the World and What We Can Do to Fix It

The Problem

The world is in a state of crisis. The climate is changing, the oceans are polluted, and the forests are being destroyed. We are facing a mass extinction of species, and our own survival is at risk.

Ruined by Design: How Designers Destroyed the World, and What We Can Do to Fix It

by Mike Monteiro

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One of the major causes of this crisis is design. The way we design our products, our cities, and our systems has a profound impact on the environment.

For example, the way we design our cars has contributed to air pollution and climate change. The way we design our buildings has led to energy waste and resource depletion. And the way we design our food system has contributed to obesity and other health problems.

The Solution

The good news is that we can fix this. We can design a world that is sustainable and healthy for both people and the planet.

But to do this, we need to change the way we think about design. We need to move away from a focus on short-term profits and towards a focus on long-term sustainability.

We also need to start thinking about design in a more holistic way. We need to consider the entire lifecycle of a product, from its raw materials to its disposal.

What Designers Can Do

Designers have a unique opportunity to help create a better world. We have the skills and the knowledge to design products, cities, and systems that are sustainable and healthy.

Here are some things that designers can do to help:

• Design for sustainability. Consider the environmental impact of your designs throughout the entire lifecycle of the product.
• Design for health. Design products and environments that promote physical and mental well-being.
• Design for inclusivity. Design products and environments that are accessible to everyone, regardless of their age, ability, or background.
• Think holistically. Consider the entire lifecycle of a product, from its raw materials to its disposal.
• Collaborate with others. Work with scientists, engineers, and other stakeholders to create innovative solutions to complex problems.

The world is facing a crisis, but we can still fix it. We need to change the way we think about design and start designing for sustainability and health.

Designers have a unique opportunity to help create a better world. We can use our skills and knowledge to design products, cities, and systems that are sustainable and healthy for both people and the planet.

Ruined by Design: How Designers Destroyed the World, and What We Can Do to Fix It

by Mike Monteiro

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3541 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	223 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

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