'Recognizing the need is the primary condition for design.'
Charles Eames
'To design is to communicate clearly by whatever means you can control or master.'
Milton Glaser
Milton Glaser
Exisiting Product Research
Task 1,2 & 3 Objective:
Develop an understanding of the necessity of conducting effective research
Investiagte and discuss a range of common features connected to your chosen GCSE design brief
Demonstrate a focused and developmentl approach to conducting research
Outcomes:
Discussed a range of features and concepts conneted to chosen design brief
Created a concise list of important factors to help inform design concept
Shown positive progress towards researching chosen design problem
Task 1 - With a friend review the images below that are relevent to your chosen GCSE design brief, discuss the common features, most effective designs and identify any trends and materials used.
It is important that you spend some time researching existing product before plaiing to make your own.
Research serves many purposes these are:
- Identifying emerging products
- Gaining insperation
- Ensureing you don't copy a product idea without knowing
- Identify common features
- Identify effective designs
- Familiarise yourself with trends
- Pricing
- Deciding on possible materials
Fast Food Packaging
Model Buildings
CD Case
Floor Standing Displays
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