Technique

Example of questions to use

Example for house improvement

Substitute

Can I replace with something better?

Replace current windows with high insulation ones

Combine

Can I add something to create something new?

Add landscaping and beautiful plants

Adapt

Can I take another solution and adapt it?

Paint the house with the same nice color as neighbor’s

Modify

Can I change existing solution to make it better?

Change house cleaning schedule to be more frequent

Put to another use

Can I use existing solution for different problem?

Use the house as the place for family monthly gathering

Eliminate

Will remove something streamline my problem?

Remove some weeds or sick trees around the house

Rearrange

Can I rearrange existing concept?

Rearrange the interior furniture to make things accessible