Example: design critique notes that actually help
A lightweight format for capturing critique without losing the thread of what to change next.
05 December 2025 · Archive
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This article is sample copy for layout and navigation. The ideas are plausible but not tied to a real release.
Design critiques work best when everyone leaves with the same understanding of priority and owner. A short note template keeps the room from drifting into taste debates.
A three-part note
- Observation — what you saw (screen, flow, or prototype state).
- Impact — who it affects and how strongly (blocking, confusing, polish).
- Proposal — one concrete next step, even if it is “validate with two users”.
If you cannot name an impact, park the comment. Not every reaction needs to become work.