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Charrette Prep

Peter J. Musty and Jeff Schommer, CharretteCenter
Minneapolis, MN
September, 2001

Below is a short list of some ideas that can help make a charrette run smoothly and efficiently.

1 Documentation team parallel to design team
2 Gallery with guide
3 Public input stations (writing, computers)
4 One team leader
5 One time keeper
6 One concierge
7 The Foxhole: Force team member communication
8 Design loops
9 Breaking into groups: Horizontal and vertical sub-teams
10 Positive pin-ups: Dead ideas don't have to be killed
11 Timing the input with the subject
12 Stategic Dwelling: Some issues require an entire team; some don't
13 "GO AWAY NOW" cards
14 Smart listening - there's always something to say, but only some things you need to hear.
15 Relaxing and smiling and good music helps creativity
16 Pre-production: Retreat, relax and recharge
17 Resolving conflicts: Identifying the subjective
18 Feed the team
19 Feed the Web
20 "Build" the best scheme out of diverse ideas
21 Visit the site at least twice

TMP Article:
Writing Charrette RFPs (Request for Proposals)

A few ideas for drafting RFP's from a designer.

Date: February 2003
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Sample Charrette Schedules

A sample schedule to help you plan your charrette.

Date: February 2003
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Charrette Supplies

What you need, from pencils to a presentation hall.

Date: May 2004
TMP Article:
Charrette Promotion

Without Community participation, a charrette can not produce a quality product for the community.

Date: February 2003
TMP Article:
Identifying Stakeholders

Who should participate in a charrette? This article will help you answer this question.

Date: February 2003


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