Once full expression was achieved, it became easy to focus, rank, evaluate, and adjust and sequence feasible design and service -scenarios. The use of Storysounding was particularly helpful in getting the children to articulate their opinions and begin the ideation process. Respondents were arranged in a circle on the floor to enhance the storytelling mood. The technique incorporates sound and touch and creates a sense of safety for participants. Anthropologically speaking, humans have long enjoyed listening to and telling stories.
Information just comes pouring out.
Engage the other senses Another of the market research segments included the use of the magic bag. With participants still in the creative mode, great care was taken to use a technique that would engage the other senses. Here, touch was emphasized, as each participant reached into a velvet bag to pull out some material, object, fabric or toy. This then sparked further speculation from the group as to how this object could be worked into the new library design. We heard about everything from new furniture design to larger naturally lit areas to encourage more usage of the library.