Reflecting on the insights from Don Norman’s essay, I find his integration of aesthetics and usability particularly thought-provoking. Attractive products aren’t merely pleasing to the eye but also functionally better due to the positive effect they provide. It’s enlightening to see the psychological and emotional layers behind product interactions; that our reactions to design are not just superficial but come from our cognitive and emotional thinking.
Norman also makes you wonder if there’s a relationship between functionality and aesthetic design, where they complement each other. This idea is not only innovative but also inspiring for anyone involved in creative design, prompting us to consider how the objects we create affect the emotional and cognitive experiences of users.