# Beauty in Use Abstract 300 words **Opening (not a real abstract):** This paper examines the role of user experience in design aesthetics, arguing that existing philosophical accounts inadequately capture the aesthetic value derived from interacting with designed objects. We first consider two theories: Parsons and Carlson's Functional Beauty and Forsey's Kant-inspired account. Functional Beauty proposes that objects possess aesthetic merit when they appear fit for their function, relying primarily on perceptual cues. We argue this perception-based approach is insufficient, as it overlooks designs where aesthetic value emerges through use rather than appearance. A keyboard may look efficient yet provide a poor typing experience, indicating that aesthetic appreciation cannot rely solely on visual perception. While Forsey's account incorporates function into aesthetic judgement by assessing