design-driven research

Harry Saddler is an information and interaction
designer with experience in both research and commercial development,
and an abiding interest in "socio-technical" design-the design of
technology that enables and enriches social interaction.


At Xerox PARC, Saddler
conducted design-driven research into new document genres for capturing
informal knowledge, user experiences for distributed computing, and the
user experience architecture of portable document readers.
At Apple Computer's Advanced Technology Group, Saddler
conceptualized, designed, and engineered prototypes of computing
systems modeled on patterns of human activity and social interaction;
developed concepts for new personal computer user interfaces; directed
a multiyear international student design collaboration; was a founding
member of the User Experience Architect's office; founded and managed a
user interface design group within the Advanced Technology Group; and
designed interactive instructional products.


As Director of Technology at MetaDesign in San Francisco, Saddler
directs the firm's technology strategy and provides creative direction
on user interface and technology- related design projects.