6.1 Characteristics of Classic Design

Question 1

Classic Design

Answer 1

A product that serves as a standard of its time, that has been manufactured industrially and has timeless appeal

Question 2

Characteristics of Classic Design

Answer 2

• Image
• Status and culture
• Obsolescence
• Mass production
• Ubiquitous/Omnipresence
• Dominant Design

Question 3

Image

Answer 3

The instantly recognizable aesthetics of a particular product that evoke an emotional response

Question 4

Status

Answer 4

classic designs project a certain status as they become more desirable. It can increase the perceived status of an individual

Question 5

Culture

Answer 5

classic designs that reflect cultural influences (may be national, religious or a sub-culture)

Question 6

Obsolescence

Answer 6

the stage in a product life cycle where the product is no longer needed. Classic designs tend to transcend obsolescence and become desired objects long after they have ceased to be manufactured

Question 7

Mass Production

Answer 7

Product that is produced in large quantities that contribute to a product reaching classic design status (the more it is produced the more visibility and accessibility by users)

Question 8

Ubiquitous/ Omnipresence

Answer 8

a product that can be found almost everywhere and has been in circulation for a long time

Question 9

Dominant design

Answer 9

the implicit features of a product that are recognized as essential by manufacturers and purchasers