Context: Designer Influences The work of a specific artist/designer/chef or Art/Design Movement could be the source of ideas for a new range of products aimed at a design-conscious consumer market. When completing the task you should ensure that the designs developed into prototypes are not copies of existing work but reflect the general style of the chosen source and might be viewed as “in the style of…”. A mail order company wishes to offer a range of lighting products based upon 20 th century design movements. You are required to choose one such movement and to design and make a product or range of products which reflect the essential features of the movement. You will need to investigate a specific target market.

Context: Sustainable Design Designers have a responsibility to design products that are environmentally friendly. This means designing for disassembly and choosing materials that can be used again or recycled. Sustainability is a global concern and customers are increasingly seeking products which reflect this awareness. A local manufacturer creates large amounts of waste material off- cuts which are currently thrown away. Investigate ways in which this valuable material can be utilized in the design of new lighting products. The company plan to set up a small-scale workshop on an adjoining piece of land and are looking for suggestions which would make good use of their current CAD/CAM skills. You are asked to design and make at least one sample product for their consideration. You should also consider what can be done with the materials at the end of the life of the product.

Context: Self-assembly Products Products which are designed for self-assembly are popular for many reasons and help to keep costs as low as possible. An international furniture warehouse chain is constantly on the look-out for fresh ideas for their lighting section. They are particularly interested in modular designs which allow the customer to assemble the products in a variety of ways. The lighting will need to be manufactured in full-scale, packaged, and assembly instructions which do not rely upon text, will be required. The use of commercial knock-down fittings and/or standard components might be a key feature of the product. Accuracy will be a vital requirement and manufacturing aids such as drilling jigs or the use of CAM should be regarded as essential. Photographic evidence of the product, both assembled and flat- packed, should be provided.

Context: Natural Influences Nature is a rich source for new ideas in product design and the increase in tourist attractions, such as the Eden Project, has generated new markets. Decorative products such as clothing, jewellery and ceramics are commonly based upon patterns and structures found in nature and many other products, such as kites, toys etc. are based upon natural engineering principles. Increased awareness of the important role our wildlife plays in our ecosystem has meant a sharp rise in the availability of products to encourage and protect local wildlife. Based on observational drawings from nature, design and make a new lighting product or range of products for a specific market to be sold under the brand name of “Wild Things”. The product(s) should only use natural or 100% recyclable materials. Consider suitable packaging to reflect the theme. You are also asked to show how the product can be disassembled and what can be done with the product at the end of its life.

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Tasks 40 hours Task analysis Product disassembly Existing products Trends/Mood board Target market/Brief Evaluation of research (on research plan) Design criteria Wider issues Initial ideas Evaluation of ideas Development of idea Working drawing Plan of making /costing Making Evaluation/testing Commercial modifications

task analysis

product disassembly

trends

other research Use this space to show any other relevant research you need to enable you to complete the design criteria.

design brief target Market-profile What: Who: Where: Why:

research analysis researchwhat I have learntinfluence on my design decisionsresulting design criteria Product disassembly Existing products trends Target market

Design criteria Must haveCould haveJustification from research and analysis Function Materials Manufacturing Ergonomics Aesthetics Cost Size Safety Target Market Moral/ social/ environmental issues

Wider Issues relating to my product Wider issues Could fewer materials be used in your product? Could the energy needed to manufacture/ transport the product be reduced? Where would your product be manufactured? What impact would this have? Will there be any hazardous or toxic waste from the manufacture of your product? Does the product require an energy source? Are the materials you are using biodegradable? What negative impact does your product have on the environment? Can the materials be easily recycled? Does the product require an energy source? Where do the materials used in your product come from? How can you ensure the materials used in your product are as sustainable as possible?

Ideas Use this space to show your initial ideas. These should be annotated to explain materials, construction and manufacturing processes. You should also evaluate each idea against your brief and design criteria.

Evaluation of initial ideas Idea 11dea 2Idea 3Idea 4Idea 5Idea 6Idea 7Idea 8 Functional Materials Manufacturing Ergonomics Aesthetics Cost Safety Target Market Moral/ social/ environmental issues

development Use this space to show how your chosen design has developed to a final solution. Refine the shape and size. Define the details. Explore various materials manufacturing processes and construction techniques. You should use a variety of sketching modelling and CAD. Make sure it tells a clear story and you justify all decisions. You should also show any extra research you have needed to collect into materials, manufacturing, finishes etc.

development Strengths Weaknesses improvements Strengths Weaknesses improvements Strengths Weaknesses improvements Strengths Weaknesses improvements

working drawing

costing

plan of making No. TaskMaterialsToolsTime needed Quality control/ Testing Health and safety ModificationsComplete

making diary Use this space to record your making using photographs and annotation. Explain what you did and why. Explain any problems you encountered and how you overcame them.

Final Evaluation Where My Product was SuccessfulHow I could Improve my Product Functional Materials Manufacturing Ergonomics

Final Evaluation Aesthetics Cost Safety Target Market Moral/ social/ environmental issues

User Testing and Modifications Explain what you need to test and how you are going to test it. What questions are you going to ask. Who are you going to show it to or ask to use it. Summaries the results of your testing. Show sketches of how you would modify the design if you were to make it again.

commercial considerations