Topic 6- Classical Design

Question 1

Conflict and Compromise

Answer 1

Conflict arises due to different priorities in multidisciplinary teams. The members must compromise to achieve common goals

Question 2

Culture

Answer 2

They often reflect cultural influences and mark transition points within a particular culture. It may be national, religious or a sub-culture

Question 3

Classic design

Answer 3

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

Question 4

Dominant design

Answer 4

The design’s features are recognized as essential by a majority of manufacturers and purchasers.

Question 5

Form

Answer 5

The shape and aesthetic qualities of the product

Question 6

Function

Answer 6

Products can be considered classic designs based on how well they fulfil the task that they have been designed for

Question 7

Image

Answer 7

Instantly recognizable aesthetics of a particular product

Question 8

Obsolescence

Answer 8

Stage in PLC where the product is no longer needed even though it functions the same as before

Question 9

Classic designs transcend _____________

Answer 9

Obsolescence

Question 10

Omnipresence

Answer 10

It has been in circulation for a long time

Question 11

Retro-styling

Answer 11

A design that uses the form and decoration from a particular period of time and/or style

Question 12

Status

Answer 12

Classic designs can project a certain status as they become more desirable. The ownership of a classic design can increase the perceived status of an individual.

Question 13

Ubiquitous

Answer 13

It can be found everywhere

Question 14

Practical Function

Answer 14

Concerned with criteria related to the product’s performance

Question 15

Psychological Function

Answer 15

Concerned with the different emotional reactions or attachments people have with products.