Week 6: What is critical self-reflectivity?
This week, we were tasked to roam around Sim Lim Square to identify design issues within the area. This is not to be confused with graphic design and signages but rather the design of a system. We delved into the layout of the actual mall of Sim Lim and we explored how its design was utterly confusing for consumers to navigate through.
We specifically focused on the mall's layout and navigation issues, as we all had personal experiences with getting lost within the mall. We condensed our issues to its floor plan and layout. Thereafter, we managed to propose 3 solutions before finalising it to 1 proposal while keeping the vendors, logistical issues and financial issues in play. We properly took into consideration the businesses involved and how we can improve the layout of the mall without disrupting or shifting businesses.
Our slides and proposal towards tackling the issue at hand
I was pleasantly surprised how my group mates and I managed to delegate segments to talk about and distribute the workload evenly. I feel that each group member, including myself, was motivated by their own experiences. I find that it's easier to be self-reflective when there is a driving motivation behind it.
I strive to contribute my share without becoming a burden to the rest of the group. I consider myself to have a high degree of self-awareness, which allows me to value and share my ideas with the group while also being aware of my moral obligation as to not remain silent and let my group mates take on the burden of the work alone.
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