# Speculative design: what it is and how it works · Zorraquino
> Speculative design builds proposals that make it possible to question assumptions and explore the consequences of possible futures.
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# Speculative design

Speculative design builds proposals that make it possible to question assumptions and explore the consequences of possible futures

What it means, how it is used and where it comes up, with its related concepts.

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## What it is and how it works

It often uses artefacts or narratives to provoke reflection. It does not require every proposal to be commercially viable straight away. It should make its exploratory nature clear so that the discussion does not mistake a critical hypothesis for a technological prediction.

Topics

[Trends and foresight](https://www.zorraquino.com/en/dictionary/category/tendencias-y-prospectiva)

## Related concepts

- [Futures design](https://www.zorraquino.com/en/dictionary/futures-design)
- [Critical uncertainty](https://www.zorraquino.com/en/dictionary/critical-uncertainty)
- [Trend analyst](https://www.zorraquino.com/en/dictionary/digital-marketing/trend-analyst.html)