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disciplinary setting at Microsoft Research in
combination with the setting at the TU/e, both
of which have their own values and way of
working. This required subtle skills as well as
excellent visualisation skills to communicate
his ideas. With respect to other competency
areas, he addressed fewer aspects, sometimes
even one or two aspects such as for Social
Cultural Awareness, and Design and Research
Processes.
Reaching depth within a competency area
refers to developing a particular aspect of a
competency area several times, in various
contexts. It relates to the complexity one
can deal with in a new setting. Although the
perspective discussed focuses on one project,
John’s development over the years is visible
in his stage of growth as a designer. The five
magenta circles represent these stages of
growth going from blank (inner circle) via
awareness, depth and expertise to visionary
(outer circle). More information about these
stages can be found in chapter six.
In total, the profile of his competency
development says something about his
competence as a designer within this project;
the stage of development for the different
areas indicates his expertise and the quality of
The Other Brother. Moreover, it probably says
something about his preference to develop
specific competencies for this important
final Master’s graduation project, which is an
important vehicle to get his Master’s degree.