Definitions

Question 1

Sustainable design

Answer 1

The conservation of design, product or building resources using recycled or renewable materials. It is the ability of something to be maintained at a certain rate or level.

Question 2

Upcycling

Answer 2

The reuse of discarded objects or materials in such a way as to create a product of higher quality or value than the origional

Question 3

Ergonomic design

Answer 3

Design relating to or designed for efficiency and comfort in the working environment. It is design according to human needs and user friendliness.

Question 4

Biomimicry

Answer 4

The examination of nature, its models, systems, processes and elements to emulate or take inspiration from in order to solve human problems in a more sustainable way.

Question 5

Stereotypes

Answer 5

A fixed idea or image that many people have of a particular type of person or thing that is often not true in reality