TIME Model for Design Research

Abstract

The TIME model has been developed based on the understanding of the causes that prevent the completion of design research projects. The topic encompasses the constructs of orientation and education, where scientism in teaching and design research leads to multiple methodological problems both in theorizing and in professional practice. It is not overlooked that it is the reason for numerous dropouts from graduate studies or research systems due to the implementation of the scientific method model. The most concerning impacts of this vision are the low rate of graduation and peer-reviewed publications in the field of Design. The objective of this text is to present the TIME model as an original and innovative alternative for teaching research considering the objectivity, subjectivity and intersubjectivity of Design. The postulation of the method has been based on the principles of Hegelian dialectics and hermeneutics. This model has been applied in different contexts as a pilot experience and then in a permanent practice until consolidating it as part of the research methodology in Design.