Monday, December 31, 2007
Function & Aesthetics
Design is about creating a product that does its job well.The actions or activities a product should perform are called its functions.
Desgin is also about creating a product that has a distinctive look or feel about it.
The overall look or appearance of a product is called its asthetics.
When you are considering a solution to a design problems, you need to consider the product functions as well as its aesthtics.
You may use words such as modern, old-fashioned, masculine, plain, streamline, boxy, sophisticated, elegant, angular, curvy, bulky and slender.
Ergonomics
Design is also about creating products that are comfortable and safe to use.
That are some important points to take note;
-Hold the product
-Carry the product^^^
-Work with the product^^^^
-Wear the product
-Sit on the product
When you want your design to be ergonomic, you need to consider these few points;
-Safety
-How the user would use the product
-Proportion
-Size
Texture
You may also consider their adjustable parts and the layout of information.
The ergonomic consideration for a product can be linked closely to the product function and aesthetics.