People failing to operate gadgets in the right way is a common sight. From simple door knobs to sophisticated airplane cockpits, everything is made using a certain design and structure. The Design Of Everyday Things aims to educate people more on the innate qualities of user-friendly design and how the process of construction from scratch actually takes place.

Sometimes, people come across a glass door which has to be pushed from one side and pulled from the other. This design, by including handles on both the sides, sends users the wrong message and urges them to pull where they should actually be pushing. It is simple facts such as these that make this thoroughly researched book a fascinating read and offers