Industrial design refers to the process of designing and developing products, furniture, machinery or objects that are mass-produced for commercial markets. It requires a focus on aesthetics, functionality and the ease of production while considering the needs of the end-users. Industrial designers typically use sketches, 3D modelling, and prototypes to produce their designs.
User experience (UX) design, on the other hand, is the process of designing digital interfaces and experiences for websites, apps, and other software. It focuses on the user's interaction with the design, ensuring that it is intuitive, accessible and user-friendly. UX designers use wireframes, prototypes, and user testing to design and improve the user's experience with the digital interface.
The key differences between these two types of design are the products they design, the focus of the design process, and the tools and techniques used. Industrial design aims to create physical products that are functional and aesthetically pleasing, while UX design is focused on creating digital interfaces and experiences that are easy to use and enhance user engagement. Industrial designers typically use techniques like product renderings and CAD models to create prototypes, whereas UX designers often use wireframes, user flows and user testing to create digital prototypes.
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