The following outline is provided as an overview of a topical guide to design: Design (as a verb: to design) is the intentional creation of a plan or specification for the construction or manufacturing of an object or system or for the implementation of an activity or process. Design (as a noun: a design) can refer to such a plan or specification (e.g. a drawing or other document) or to the created object, etc., and features of it such as aesthetic, functional, economic or socio-political. Design professions Architecture – An Architect typically has a B.Arch or M.Arch, as well as professional certification through groups such as the NCARB. Their primary focus is the design of buildings. Engineering – An Engineer typically has a BS or MS degree, as well as professional certification as a Professional Engineer. They primarily focus on applyi. No professional certification is required. Their primary focus is the design of apparel. Graphic design – A Graphic Designer typically has a BFA or MFA. No professional certification is required. Their primary focus is the design of visual communication. Industrial design – An Industrial Designer typically has a BFA or MFA. No professional certification is required. Their primary focus is the design of physical, functional objects. Interior design – An Interior Designer typically has a Bachelor's degree. No professional certification is required. Their primary focus is the design of human environment, particularly affecting aesthetics and emotions. Software design – A Software designer typically has a BS or MS degree in computer science. While professional certification is not required, many exist. Their primary focus is the functional design of computer software. Design approaches and methods Co-Design Creative problem solving Creativity techniques Design-build Design for X Design management Design methods Design Science Design thinking Engineering design process Error-tolerant design Fault tolerant design Functional design WebDesign Metadesign Mind mapping Open-design movement Participatory design Reliable system design Strategic design TRIZ Universal design User innovation Design activities Creativity Design methods Design thinking Designing objects Business New product development Engineering Cellular manufacturing Mechanical engineering New product development System design Fashion Fashion design Graphic design Game design Packaging design Industrial design Automotive design Industrial design New product development Product design Software design Game design New product development Software engineering Software design Software development Other Furniture Floral design System design System design Business Business design New product development Service design Engineering Graphic design Information design Design tools