the design charrette

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The Design CharretteCollaborative sketching builds a shared vision.

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–Lau Tsu

“Out of silent subtle mystery emerge images. These images coalesce into forms. Within each form is contained the seed and essence of life.”

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EtymologyCharrette is French for “cart” or “chariot.”

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Urban PlanningIn planning, the charrette has become a technique for

consulting with all stakeholders.

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Inquiry through DesignParticipants ask, examine, investigate, experiment and

therefore learn through the designs they generate.

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Visual CommunicationEach participant sketches.

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Collaboration Manifesto• Engage with an open mind

• Check your ego at the door

• Leave your preconceptions behind

• Listen, then respond

• Acknowledge the contributions of others

• All ideas have value

• Enjoy this moment

• Think outside of everything you know

• No filters, let it flow

• Begin with the end in mind