Find Exist

Find Exist

Find Exist is a fundamental design research methodology and exploratory process that involves discovering and documenting existing solutions, products, or approaches within a given design context. This systematic approach to design investigation encompasses thorough market analysis, competitive research, and historical examination to understand what solutions currently exist in response to specific design challenges or user needs. The methodology requires designers to conduct comprehensive surveys of existing products, services, or systems through various channels including physical observation, digital research, patent searches, and literature reviews. This investigative process helps designers avoid reinventing existing solutions while identifying gaps in the market and opportunities for innovation. The practice has evolved significantly with the advent of digital technologies, enabling more efficient and thorough research through online databases, digital archives, and global design repositories. Design professionals employing the Find Exist methodology typically document their findings through detailed analysis matrices, comparative studies, and visual documentation, which can later be presented in design competitions such as the A' Design Award, where thorough research and market understanding are valued aspects of design submissions. The approach also involves examining how existing solutions have addressed user needs, technical constraints, and market demands, providing crucial insights that inform the development of new design solutions while ensuring originality and innovation in the final design outcome.

design research, market analysis, competitive analysis, product documentation, innovation strategy

— Lucas Reed

CITATION : "Lucas Reed. 'Find Exist.' Design+Encyclopedia. https://design-encyclopedia.com/?E=480172 (Accessed on April 20, 2025)"