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Building on the principles outlined in The Design of Everyday Things, Emotional Design investigates the emotional dimensions of products we use daily. Donald Norman combines contemporary research in cognitive psychology with a wide array of real‑world examples to argue that attractiveness, pleasure, and emotional connection are as vital to a product’s success as usability. The book demonstrates how simple changes in design can transform an ordinary item into something that feels more effective and rewarding, illustrating the profound psychological impact that well‑crafted objects can have on our behavior.
First publish date: May 30, 2005
Genre: Psychology/Cognitive Psychology
Authors: Donald A. Norman
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