Why Creative Problem Solving Matters in Design

This lesson explains why creative problem solving is a core design skill, not an optional extra. Students learn how it helps designers move beyond aesthetics, reduce rework, and create solutions that better fit real user needs and business goals.

The lesson also introduces the basic mindset behind the course: defining the real problem, considering constraints, and using curiosity and evidence to guide design decisions. Later lessons will go deeper into methods, tools, and testing.