Barb Brinkmann

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3. When there is a “Significant other,” it is important to have him/her involved and a part of the team.

In some cases, the partner may wish only to exert “veto” power. Getting this person involved early on seems to reduce the frustration of having the teams effort vetoed. The people involved in a design project have different tastes, priorities and even values. Using good communication skills, the designer can bridge such differences by prioritizing and by recognizing the needs of each individual involved.