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LUMA - Critique

Critique sessions improve designs through structured feedback. Constructive critique focuses on what works, what doesn't, and how to improve. When done well, critique is collaborative. Everyone learns, and designs get better.

Duration
1.5 hours
Group Size
6-10
Category
Luma
Difficulty
Easy
Energy
Medium

Objectives

Participants will improve designs together, give useful feedback, learn from others, build better solutions, share perspectives, and develop a critical eye.

Outcomes

Participants gain constructive critique skills, designs improve through peer review, and the team builds a stronger critique culture.

Step-by-Step Instructions


  1. Set the critique rules. 2. Present the design. 3. Briefly explain the context. 4. Use a feedback structure. 5. Start with positives. 6. Discuss concerns. 7. Suggest improvements. 8. Take notes. 9. Plan revisions.

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Facilitator Tips

Keep the critique constructive. Time the presentations. Focus on the work, not the person. Document everything. If the group struggles with negative feedback, try sandwiching concerns between positive comments.

Pre-Work

For Facilitators

  • Review participant profiles and expectations
  • Prepare all materials and supplies
  • Test technology and room setup

For Participants

  • Complete pre-session survey
  • Review background materials
  • Prepare examples or case studies

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Materials Required


  • Presentation space

  • Feedback forms

  • Timer

  • Note-taking supplies

  • Display materials

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Resources & Templates

A Guide to Running a Design Critique
A comprehensive guide from Figma on how to facilitate a productive design critique.
Design Critique Facilitation Guide
Tips and techniques for effectively facilitating a structured design critique.
Design Critique Template
A Miro template to facilitate a structured and effective design critique session.
Design Critique Worksheet
A worksheet to help participants prepare and provide structured feedback during a critique.
Giving and Receiving Design Feedback
A guide from InVision on the art of giving and receiving constructive design feedback.
LUMA: Critique guide
Mural: Critique template

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