Since my decision to pursue further academic qualifications, I wanted to re-look into the meaning of being a designer in the 21st century and how it has shaped my perspective on life from both a philosophical and professional view.
The Design Experience (Press, M 2003) offers a holistic summary as summarized below which I find closely synced to my perceptions as a creative individual in today's context.
A designer
— is a (craft) maker
— makes meaning possible
— makes their own definition of what it is to be a designer
— is a cultural intermediary
— opportunistic entrepreneur
— is a adept communicator
— is a active citizen
Living in the present world of a globalized society, we (designers) work relentlessly in a seamless environment where we interact with people from across the world in a heartbeat, exchanging cultures, life-experiences and my favorite aspect—friendship; all of this was never possible until recent times.
And through globalization comes consumption. Through consumption, we provide the meaning of our life.
"...ours is a culture of acquisition, possession and other consumer experience."
In summary, globalization is a fundamental characteristic of change.
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