As proof that the design thinking methodology is applicable to more than just "traditional" design, I present to you the art of charcuterie boards. Although the medium is unconventional, the process of brainstorming, sketching, iterating, and presenting remains consistent. Understanding your consumers' needs is still a crucial part of the process.
Making charcuterie boards became a hobby of mine in the winter of 2020, and since then, I have learned, adapted, and strived to make better boards each time.
Here is a timeline of my design growth through charcuterie boards.
December 2020
December 2020, May 2021
I have learned how to find balance, the power of iteration, and how to make use of what I have. I've learned that soft cheeses are more difficult to cut and display and that bigger crackers need to be placed early on. Working with what I have can make iterations difficult, but I make the best of what I'm given. Sometimes the best answer is to grab my family to help me eat the scraps.
June 2021, November 2021
In the future, I hope to create coherence between taste and artistry, consider shapes and patterns ahead of food shopping, and think about the purpose of the event to shape my choices. I look forward to making boards for all different seasons and needs to explore how I can vary my output.
August 2022
As is true with many hobbies, practice makes perfect. A special thank you to That Cheese Plate Will Change Your Life for inspiring this journey.
