Topics Covered: Human Factors, Modelling, Raw Materials & Classic Design

Inter-disciplinery connectons: Art, Business, Biometrics,

Introduction

This project will focus on:

• Art or Design movement/period:
  • Art Deco
  • Bauhaus
  • Modernism
  • Steam Punk
  • My Stool Pinterest Collection
• Classic designs
• Ergonomics and anthropometrics
• Design development & modelling
• Creativity and innovation.
• Creative thinking techniques
• How to develop practical solutions to meet real needs for specific markets.
• Modelling techniques.
• Evaluating designs/models.
• Client/Expert/Peer interactions.

Task: Is to model and build a prototype of a stool from a Art/Design movement.

Definition of a Stool: a seat without a back or arms on three to four legs or on a pedestal/stand.

Design Specifications

Priority	Specification	Justification
1. Aesthetics	Elements of the client chosen art/design movement Appealing to the client. Appealing to a secondary client.	as it is set by the design challenge. as they will be using it or in area where it will be seen As they will be using it or can be a talking point with guests
2. Material	Materials that represent or used in the chosen art/design movement. Durable (toughness, hardness). that can be manufactured in the school workshop.	as it is set by the design challenge. To withstand safe usage. prototype will be made using the school workshop  equipment.
3. Safety	sturdy to hold an average adult of the 80th percentile (110 kg). stable when using it no sharp edges or finger traps use non toxic materials	so as not to injure the user and hold 80% of the population. to avoid toppling over. to avoid injury during use to avoid harming the health of the user
4. Environment	made from recyclable materials. made from durable or long long lasting materials. use non toxic materials Design for Disassembly	to reduce the environmental impact on the environment – also promote recycling reduce carbon footprint and embodied energy  to reduce the environmental impact on the environment  to reduce the environmental impact on the environment – also promote recycling
5. Size Constraints	appropriate size for the 50th percentile of adults	to allow most users to be able to sit on it
6. Comfort	needs to be comfortable for the client	as they will be using it

1. First you need to identify a real person as a client (it cannot be yourself!) and discuss with them which Art/Design Movement they would prefer.
2. Research that style and pull out the major elements that defines it. You may need to talk to experts (Visual Arts or DT teachers/students) and carry out a literature search to gain a better understanding.
3. After choosing, briefly analyse the style and stoosl by looking at function, aesthetics, fitness for purpose, materials, safety, ergonomics, etc.
4. Focus on using a variety of methods; from napkin sketches (with annotations), 4 3D freehand annotated sketches (showing various aspects of you design).
5. Produce low fidelity models from card, balsa or other materials that will be evaluated against the specifications and with your target audience.
6. Produce higher fidelity models such as CAD or 3d printed models that will be evaluated against the specifications and with your target audience.
7. At all stages of the design development you need to be in discussions with your client/expert/peers.

Requirements:

• A4 format portfolio
• Font Arial 11
• Scanned images (with annotations) that are legible – penmanship is important.
• Length/Pages: Check IB and WAB recommendations

Criterion  B:

• Explicit documentation of design thinking.
• Development of ideas.
• Concept modelling.
• Chosen solution that is justified.
• A short survey (with results and analysis) of the perceived success of your idea.
• An evaluation of the procedure and a conclusion which clearly refers back to the need, brief and specification.

Assessment: Criterion  B.

Due date: TBA

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