Mapping design project methods: analysis and comparison of Löbach and Sanches

Abstract

The design process adopts a systematic approach to work, organization, and rigor in project development, contributing to seeking solutions to the various problems faced in the field of design. The flexibility of design methods allows for adaptations according to the specific needs and conditions of projects, which is crucial for developing specialized approaches to fashion design. However, there is a scarcity of studies relating design methodologies and their impact on the fashion industry to the challenges of product ergonomics.This article aims to analyze design methods in design and fashion design, examining their relationship with product ergonomics. The research adopts a deductive method, classified as basic in nature, with a qualitative and exploratory approach, using bibliographic research for data collection. The study mapped design methods from Löbach (1976), Munari (1981), Bonsiepe (1984), and Bonfim (2002), as well as specific methods for fashion design from Treptow (2003) and Sanches (2017), and ergonomic method from Martins (2019), conducting a analysis among them. It is concluded that the methods of Sanches (2017) and Treptow (2003) provide significant contributions to fashion, but their ergonomic approach is limited, while Martins' (2019) method stands out for its ergonomics yet lacks development phases. Thus, there are opportunities for integrating ergonomic principles into design methods for the development of fashion products that balance creativity with user needs in a responsible and conscious manner.