Is it co-creation or design research?

Great presentation from Jan Chipchase, about a way of getting insightful information from user communities. And, this hugely important insight:

Despite what you might assume for a studio, the most valuable output of the Open Studio is not the designs, but in providing an alternative way for people to articulate their wants and needs – within the context of their community.”

Nokia Open Studios
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