Introduction to Design
Welcome to Design and Technologies!
Some of you may already know what this subject is about but there are probably some of you that don’t…
So, let’s start at the very beginning and think about -
What is Design?
In the space below, use your own words to describe what YOU think DESIGN is? |
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“Design is the ability to amend the imperfect.”
“Design is knowing what questions to ask and how to ask them.”
Design is a way to understand the world and how you can change it.
Design is Problem Solving!
Design is all around us, from the mug you drink from, to the handle on the car door. From the underwear you are wearing, to the fork you use to eat your food!
From the button you press at the traffic lights to change the light, to the building you call your school!
Design is EVERYWHERE! Look around you...
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Watch the video on the next slide, and use the design language, to complete the tasks that follow!
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Task: The following slides require you to put your thinking cap on and really think about why certain things have been designed the way they have, and for what types of people they have been designed for!
The NEXT slide is an example of how you are required to complete the slides! REMEMBER to use the elements and principles of design when describing the products!
Make sure to complete all the slides before submitting your work for HAND-IN.
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Teacher Example
Is used to hold hot liquid.
3. Describe below why the design of this object meets the above function/purpose:
This ‘Swell’ bottle holds hot and cold liquids for up to 12 hours.
The bottle is made out of stainless steel which allows for the heat to be kept inside the vessel for a prolonged amount of time.
The lid has rubber on the inside that can be screwed closed to hold the liquid inside the vessel without spilling/dripping.
Task #1
Find an object around your house/school that:
Is used for stirring or scooping.
3. Describe below why the design of this object meets the above function/purpose:
2. Take a photo of this object and paste it into this box.
Task #2
Find an object that:
Can protect a body part(s)
3. Describe below why the design of this object meets the above function/purpose:
2. Take a photo of this object and paste it into this box.
Task #3
Find an object that:
Attracts a person’s attention.
3. Describe below why the design of this object meets the above function/purpose:
2. Take a photo of this object and paste it into this box.
Task #4
Find an object that:
Is made for a child to use.
3. Describe below why the design of this object meets the above function/purpose:
2. Take a photo of this object and paste it into this box.
Task #5
Find an object that:
Can be held comfortably with one hand.
3. Describe below why the design of this object meets the above function/purpose:
2. Take a photo of this object and paste it into this box.
Task #6
Find an object that:
Is used to hold lots of smaller objects.
3. Describe below why the design of this object meets the above function/purpose:
2. Take a photo of this object and paste it into this box.
Task #7
Find an object that:
Has a rough texture.
3. Describe below why the design of this object meets the above function/purpose:
2. Take a photo of this object and paste it into this box.
Task #8
Find an object that:
Has a shiny, smooth texture.
3. Describe below why the design of this object meets the above function/purpose:
2. Take a photo of this object and paste it into this box.
Task #9
Find an object that:
Is your favourite product.
3. Describe below why the design of this object meets the above function/purpose:
2. Take a photo of this object and paste it into this box.
Task #10
Find an object that:
Is very creative/innovative.
3. Describe below why the design of this object meets the above function/purpose:
2. Take a photo of this object and paste it into this box.
Now that you’ve broadened your understanding of design, describe below what YOU think DESIGN is? |
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COMPLETE!
In summary explain why design matters?
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