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This non-exhaustive framework maps design research methods, indicating a need for community-driven quality ecosystems.
Design research lacks a unified methodological framework, leaving researchers underexposed to diverse approaches and limiting informed method selection. This paper proposes a multidisciplinary cartography of design research methods, mapping research designs, data collection techniques, associated risks, and required resources. It provides a structured overview to support method selection and planning. This non-exhaustive, high-level cartography serves as a proof of concept to demonstrate feasibility and lay the foundation for a future community-driven Design Research Quality ecosystem.
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