Form & Function

Question 1

What does Form follows Function mean?

Answer 1

Products should be fit for purpose without any unnecessary decoration. The function is more important than aesthetics.

Question 2

What does Function follows Form mean?

Answer 2

The product’s aesthetic qualities contribute towards an overall aesthetically pleasing environment. The aesthetics is more important than the Form.

Question 3

What is Ergonomics?

Answer 3

The application of scientific information concerning humans to design objects. Using what we know about people to
design better things.

Question 4

What is Anthropometry?

Answer 4

Designing for the majority of the population from the 5th to the 95th percentile, also making use of the 50th percentile. All about size.

Question 5

What is user centred design?

Answer 5

Ensuring products are fit-for-purpose and meet the criteria of specifications when designing, making and evaluating in relation to:
User needs, wants and values, purpose, functionality, innovation and authenticity