The work of other designers
Lesson details
Learning outcome
I can analyse the work of others, which then influences design decisions.
Key learning points
- Key designers influence new designs.
- Key products influence new designs.
Keywords
Iconic - a design which is recognisable, stands the test of time, a benchmark for new designs and inspirational
Function - the purpose of a product
Form - a particular shape, linked to aesthetics
Design decisions - a deliberate choice to meet a requirement or solve a problem
Features - a specific characteristic or purpose of a design
Common misconception
Alessi is often thought of as a single designer.
Alessi is a group of designers.
Teacher tip
If you have access to any iconic products, it would be a good chance to share these with the students. If you have access to any wind-up products, it would be useful to bring these in or ask your students to bring them in.
Content guidance
Risk assessment required - equipment
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
Lesson video
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Prior knowledge starter quiz
6 Questions
Q1.What does the "function" of a product refer to?
Q2.What does "form" mean in product design?
Q3.Who is the "user" in the design process?
Q4.Why is testing products important in the design process?
Q5.Good design includes both form and ...
Q6.Which of the following products focuses more on form or function?
Assessment exit quiz
6 Questions
Q1.How is this product easily recognisable?
Q2.Iconic designs are ...
Q3.Give an example of a design or designer who focuses on the functionality of products.
Q4.Alessi can be defined as ...
Q5.A design decision is where a designer has to make a deliberate choice to meet a ...
Q6.A good way to analyse a product is to consider successful features and those to be improved. When looking at the Hippo Roller, successful features include ...
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