OMOTENASHI
DESIGN THINKING
Catagory: Graphic & Product Design, Framework
Type: BFA Thesis Project
The project looks into the concept of using human behavior as a mode of design thinking, which is informed by the essence of Japanese hospitality, to explore a new framework for approaching design thinking. This approach takes into account both form and function and was subsequently applied to everyday items to create unique designs that aim to stimulate intuition through their aesthetics to create intuitive and poetic designs through product and visuals.
Catagory: Graphic & Product Design, Framework
Type: Thesis Project for BFA Communiation Design
The project looks into the concept of using human behavior as a mode of design thinking, which is informed by the essence of Japanese hospitality, to explore a new framework for approaching design thinking. This approach takes into account both form and function and was subsequently applied to everyday items to create unique designs that aim to stimulate intuition through their aesthetics to create intuitive and poetic designs through product and visuals.
Omotenashi Design Thinking is founded on
the following eight principles that guides any given design process, whether it be visual or physical:
1. Simplicity - Reflected in the use of minimalistic and monochromatic designs that evoke a sense of peace and tranquility whilst paying attention to detail.
2. Service - A powerful way to create a truly memorable experience and fulfilling and exceeding a customers needs.
3. Communication - Seamlessly integrated into the user's life and be so intuitive yet enhancing and setting a new standard of customer experience.
4. Anticipation - Being aware of the needs and expectations of guests and taking the necessary steps to meet those needs before they are even expressed. Understanding the guest and putting oneself in their shoes.
5. Evocative - The physical and function state of a design should evoke both an emotional and psychological response.
6. Personalized - Putting users in control of their journey, tailoring every aspect of their experience to match their unique interests, preferences, and objectives, empowering them to make informed decisions and discover a world of diverse possibilities.
7. Detail - Poetically approaching design, the designer to think about the emotional and symbolic meaning of the design, as well as its practical function, in order to create something that resonates with people on a deeper level.
8. Home - Capturing the essence of familiarity, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.
Yuk Hei Ho
Tokyo, New York,
& Hong Kong
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© 2025 Yuk Hei Ho
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Index
Packaging
Fits Gum
Green's Free
Godiva Valentine's
The Londoner Macau
Mei Jun
October Fifth
SPARKIRA Shampoo
Spring Valley 496
Stride China
海のうるおい藻
Film
INTO1 MIKA - Tell Me
INTERSECTION - Twisted
Kaz - Red Lights
Identity
All Day I Dream About Sports
bbclaww
Born to Create
Boston Dynamic
Five Sense Gallery
Komune Space
LaTerre Next
Matador Records
Mirai
Nina’s Garden by Coach
NOS Boulangerie
OnlyFans
OpenGallery Exhibition
SHIBUYA109
Side By Side Effect
Books
A to Z Adobe Illustrator
Plus Minus 0
Seasons Come
Warm Vicinity
Experiential
Propel Your City Project
rabbit R1
Ripple XRP Tokyo
Teremana Tequila
The Vault by Nespresso
Miscellaneous
On My Plate
Omotenashi Design Thinking
TOKIO7 New York
Weltformat '22
Weltformat '23
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