Learning from Existing Products Flashcards
What manufacturer and design choices need to be understood to make a product succesful?
- function
- materials
- components
- construction
- ergonomics
- aesthetics
- fashion
- style
- environmental impact
- recyclability
- what influenced the design
What are some
design periods?
- victorian
- art nouveau
- de stijl
- bauhaus
- art deco
- streamlining
- pop art
- memphis
- organic design
- scandinavian design
- minimalism
Define
twenty-first century design.
current and forward-thinking design that considers the evolving practice of design to shape behaviour for a preferable future
Define
ethical design.
correct, good or honourable design that considers people’s beliefs, principles and morals without compromise
Define
eco-design.
designing a product with special considerations for the environmental impacts of the product during its whole lifecycle
Define
marketing.
the business of promoting and selling a product, can include advertising and promotion and market research
What two things are necessary for
succesful marketing?
- demand for the product or service
- understanding the target market
Define
market pull.
a need for a product that arises from customers or market research to solve a need or to compete with a product launched by another manufacturer
Define
technology push.
when research and development of new technology drives new product development
Define
throwaway society.
a society influenced by consumerism and excessive consumption of products
Define
lifecycle assessment.
a process used by a designer to analyse the impact a product has on the environment throughout its life
What are some important questions to ask in a
lifecycle assessment?
- Can it be recycled or reused at the end of its life?
- Is it able to be repaired or disassembled easily?
- Does the manufacturing process impact on the environment?
- Are the materials from a sustainable source?
Define
circular economy.
an alternative to a traditional linear economy in which we use resources for as long as possible then reuse and regenerate products and materials
