My relationship with control and freedom is complicated, both in my design practice and in my personal life. I feel caught in a tension by these opposing forces that result in discomfort and immobility. Even though I have a strong desire for freedom, too much of it leaves me feeling lost and paralyzed. Likewise, too much control or too many constraints has a similar suffocating effect. This graduate thesis seeks to better understand the delicate and shifting balance of control and freedom. My design methodology explores the dynamic interplay between these two forces and outlines a framework that leaves space for both ends of the spectrum. This methodology acts as an applicable strategy for future projects and enables me to flow more easily through the design process. Other people can also use this methodology to facilitate their own work.

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