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For philosophical hermeneutics, understanding is a universal phenomenon, which, therefore, is not restricted to procedural rules or any method. However, the former faces a problem when, on the one hand, it pretends to be a non-methodical way of understanding and, on the other hand, at the same time, it defends some "rules" for a proper understanding. That said, this article aims to elucidate this ambiguity and to show some possible consequences. First, we briefly show the argument in defense of the universality of hermeneutics and, therefore, how the natural sciences would be implied by it. Next, we point to some of the normative aspects that seem to compose the understanding phenomenon, as presented to us by Gadamer. Finally, we conclude that a dialogue between philosophical hermeneutics and the natural sciences is necessary not only for interpretative purposes, overcoming possible conflicts and contradictions of this philosophy, but also for contributing to scientific activity in general, making it - perhaps - more conscious and vigilant about its historicity. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]

The term "strategic design" has been used in various contexts, creating ambiguities that are linked to the fact that the very term "strategy" has a broad meaning, with different nuances. Initially treated in business administration, the study of strategies was eventually extended to other areas, along with the use of strategic planning in new environments, such as institutional ones. The vision of strategy in design followed this expansion and now also covers systemic visions, aiming not only the development of enterprises, but the search for sustainability. This article seeks to clarify the different approaches of strategic design. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]