01 / THE IDEA
What does it mean?
A critique evaluates design choices, trade-offs, and evidence in relation to intended users and outcomes.
02 / IN PRACTICE
Make it concrete.
Illustrative example: Instead of “I dislike blue,” a teammate asks whether the button stands out enough for the primary task.
03 / WHAT TO WATCH FOR
A common mistake.
Turning critique into a vote on personal preferences.
04 / WHEN IT HELPS
When should you use it?
When a team needs constructive feedback before committing to a direction.
05 / FURTHER READING
Explore the source.
Nielsen Norman Group — Design Critiques ↗A reference for further learning, not an endorsement or verbatim quotation.