Universal Principles of UX: 100 Timeless Strategies by Irene Pereyra - Non Fiction - Hardback

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Condition: New
Format: Hardback
ISBN: 9780760378045
Publisher: Rockport Publishers

Overview
Universal Principles of UX by Irene Pereyra is a richly illustrated hardback reference that distils 100 timeless strategies for building positive interactions between people and technology. Organised into six clear categories, it is designed as a practical, visual toolkit for UX designers, product managers, students, and anyone shaping digital or physical experiences. Volume four in the acclaimed Rockport Universal series, it combines concise theory with real-world application for fast, confident decision-making at every stage of a project.

About the Book
Universal Principles of UX takes the format that made the wider Rockport Universal series so popular with designers and educators, and applies it directly to the discipline of user experience. Each of the 100 entries is presented as a short, focused explanation paired with a clear diagram or visual example, so a concept can be grasped in minutes rather than pages. The content is grouped into six practical categories, guiding readers through Consider, Empathize, Define, Research, Design, and Validate stages of the UX process, making it simple to find the right principle for any point in a project's lifecycle. Written by Irene Pereyra, a working UX and brand strategist, the book blends academic rigour with hands-on studio experience, so every strategy is grounded in real design challenges rather than abstract theory. It works equally well as a cover-to-cover introduction for someone new to UX and as a fast-reference shelf companion for seasoned practitioners who want to check a principle before a critique or client review. The hardback format is built for regular handling in studios, classrooms, and offices, standing up to daily use far better than a standard paperback. As part of the wider Rockport Universal series, it shares a consistent, trusted structure with companion design volumes, making it a natural addition for series collectors.

• 100 concise, illustrated UX principles for fast understanding and application
• Six-category structure for quick navigation during real project work
• Written by working UX strategist Irene Pereyra, grounded in practical experience
• Durable hardback edition suited to studio, classroom, or office reference use
• Volume four in the respected Rockport Universal series of design references
• Ideal gift for designers, product managers, and design students

About the Author
Irene Pereyra is a UX designer and strategist whose career spans branding, digital product design, and user experience consulting. Drawing on years of studio and agency work, she has helped shape digital experiences for a wide range of organisations and is known for translating complex UX theory into practical, actionable guidance. In Universal Principles of UX, she brings that same clarity to the page, distilling decades of UX best practice into a format that is accessible to newcomers yet valuable to experienced professionals.

Why You'll Love This Book
A trusted, visual-first reference that turns UX theory into practical, everyday guidance. Perfect for designers, students, and product teams who want a durable, quick-access resource for building better, more human-centred digital and physical experiences.

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