For Design Thinking, you don’t need expensive or complicated materials. It is mainly about thinking, doing and making – so materials that support creativity, collaboration and research are most important.
Here is an overview of possible tools and materials depending on your topic:
- Question cards (with who/where/why/how?)
- Worksheets to jot down observations or draw
- Photo camera or tablet to record things
- Post-its for initial ideas or comments
- Large sheets of paper or whiteboards
- drawing materials
- Brainstorming cards or inspiration photos
- Paper, cardboard, glue, scissors, tape
- Reusable materials (valuable no-cost materials such as toilet rolls, boxes, bottle caps, etc.)
- LEGO, blocks, clay or magnetic and/or construction materials
- Tablets or apps for digital design (optional)
- Open ended materials