Research
Understand more about the problem space and learn about the user.
Definition
Define the project and craft design principles to guide decisions. Ensure alignment amongst the team.
Design exploration
Explore possible solutions, test ideas, iterate, and work through problems.
Design refinement
Refine a chosen direction and polish visual design. Document the decisions made.
Delivery
Give the product to the client or handoff to the engineering team.
Review
Look back at the process and document failures and successes. Find ways to improve the next project.