improvised design
[ɪmˈprɑːvaɪzd dɪˈzaɪn]
nounpl: improvised designs
design improvisado
1. A design or plan created spontaneously without prior preparation, using available resources and creative thinking on the spot
The architect presented an improvised design for the emergency shelter using recycled materials.
O arquiteto apresentou um design improvisado para o abrigo de emergência usando materiais reciclados.
2. An artistic or creative work developed extemporaneously, often in response to immediate circumstances or constraints
The fashion designer created an improvised design for the fashion show using leftover fabrics from the previous season.
A designer de moda criou um design improvisado para o desfile usando tecidos restantes da temporada anterior.
3. A temporary or makeshift solution to a design problem created without formal planning or engineering specifications
The engineer came up with an improvised design to fix the broken machinery quickly.
O engenheiro criou um design improvisado para consertar rapidamente a máquina quebrada.
In Brazil, the concept of 'improvised design' is closely related to the cultural practice of 'gambiarra' - a creative and resourceful way of solving problems with available materials. This reflects a broader cultural value of adaptability and creativity in the face of constraints. In the USA and design communities, improvised design is often associated with agile methodology, rapid prototyping, and design thinking approaches that encourage spontaneous problem-solving.
NYC Slang
quick and dirty design / thrown-together design
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