Working with Design Clients

<p>Working with clients is one of the most valuable ways for students to develop their professional design practice skills. This is a practical guide to working on real-life briefs in the design studio—how to collaborate with and connect with communities, find and retain clients, and manage real-world design problems. Using tools and frameworks based on years of research and experience, the book is divided into four sections:<br><br> Why (industry connections, experiential learning, personal empowerment)<br> What (engaging with communities, client work, structure)<br> Who (work roles, client relationships, articulating value)<br> How (launching, logistics, planning)<br><br>The final section of the book covers information for those expanding into student-led studios and includes information on strategies, financing, and how to plan for the future. <br><br>Supported by case studies and interviews, this is an essential guide to working with real projects and clients, for both students and instructors alike.</p>