The evolution of design methods

The study of design methods in the 1950’s started from the perception of the increased complexity in industrial products. The linear paradigm of the first models evolved to more systemic representations of the design process. This paper presents the development of design models in order to contribute to a greater understanding of the methodology for design projects with caution to the fact that each one reflects the period in which it was developed. Based on the understanding of product design taxonomies, a framework for product design methodology was generated.