Ole Kirk Kristiansen and polymers

Design and technology

Yinka Ilori and accessible design

Accessible design prototype

Vivienne Westwood and fashion design

Upcycling fashion design

Zaha Hadid and architectural design

Architectural orthographic projections

Graphic designs

This unit introduces pupils to key individuals and products from the product design and fashion industries that have shaped our world. Pupils will complete design tasks that develop their knowledge and understanding of designers and their products while critiquing the materials and techniques used.

Products and people: inspirational design

Before using polymers (plastics), what material did Ole Kirk Kristiansen use to make his toys?

The term {{}} is more scientifically accurate than the term plastic when talking about materials.

The machine forces (injects) the hot liquid polymer into the mould.

The liquid polymer is cooled until it hardens into a solid shape.

The solid polymer is now the same shape as the mould.

Put the stages of injection moulding in the correct order.

Identify the products made out of plastic.

What is the name of the famous toy company that make building bricks that fit together?

Natural gas and oil are also known as __________ fuels

What are the main concerns with using fossil fuels?

What is one advantage of using plastics for certain products.

Starter Quiz