Thursday, March 10, 2011
A Farewell Reflection
Design was by far my favorite class of the quarter. Mainly because of the interactive angle to the course. The group project was also refreshing, and I almost always prefer to work individually. I also enjoyed being able to look at the other blogs and see what others are coming up with in comparison to myself. I enjoyed the journals more than the reading and course reflections, but I would imagine thats a given consensus. The textbooks were good for this level of a class. The material and topics we covered in class were also very relevant as well as intriguing and thought provoking. I also really appreciated the little extras Gabe posted to the blog too! Cool shit, thumbs up! Thanks and well wishes to Gabe!
J10: Coleman Project
Team-O-10's
Aaron
Amberly
Kerry
Mary
Mike Bickley
Mike Burton
Our team really came together and got the job done. I was satisfied with everyones effort. Of course there are a few things I wish we could have changed or just cleaned up a little bit but overall I am satisfied with our final project. We created the water filter/carafe and yesterday was our day to present. We tried to get everyone together before class to perform a practice run, however schedules got in the way and a few of our teammates had to quickly out as class was beginning. With that said, everyone did a great job speaking in front of the class.
I was satisfied with my contributions, as well as those others contributed. My main area of production was the creative aspect and trying to keep the group organized and on track. I did some rough sketches as well but I didn't have the best materials for the drawings and others were a little more skilled with this type of illustration than I. This is an awesome concept for a project but I might change the time limit on the presentations. It was difficult to have everyone included with a large group such as mine and there were so many more points and details that could have been discussed. I hope this idea continues to grow and produce more successes!
Aaron
Amberly
Kerry
Mary
Mike Bickley
Mike Burton
Our team really came together and got the job done. I was satisfied with everyones effort. Of course there are a few things I wish we could have changed or just cleaned up a little bit but overall I am satisfied with our final project. We created the water filter/carafe and yesterday was our day to present. We tried to get everyone together before class to perform a practice run, however schedules got in the way and a few of our teammates had to quickly out as class was beginning. With that said, everyone did a great job speaking in front of the class.
I was satisfied with my contributions, as well as those others contributed. My main area of production was the creative aspect and trying to keep the group organized and on track. I did some rough sketches as well but I didn't have the best materials for the drawings and others were a little more skilled with this type of illustration than I. This is an awesome concept for a project but I might change the time limit on the presentations. It was difficult to have everyone included with a large group such as mine and there were so many more points and details that could have been discussed. I hope this idea continues to grow and produce more successes!
Monday, March 7, 2011
J09: Coleman Project
We're A 10!
Aaron
Amberly
Kerry
Mike Burton
Mike Bickley
Mary
Our team has worked diligently to make this project a success. We made it a point to have everything finished as of today, as if we were presenting so that we can focus on the delivery and have the project as seamless as possible. We have the same direction as before, but now we are working more individually. It was very simple for our group to decide on who would work on which aspects of the final project. Each member individually vocalized the area they desired to finalize. Everyone has been responsible enough that I have had no doubts in their efforts or abilities to create a success. I was finalizing packaging with Mary and Mike Burton. I sketched accessory pieces for our product. I have consistently brought new and corresponding ideas to each part of the project and have also done my part listening. I have enjoyed the project as a whole, including the teamwork, creative process, and challenge.
Amberly
Kerry
Mike Burton
Mike Bickley
Mary
Our team has worked diligently to make this project a success. We made it a point to have everything finished as of today, as if we were presenting so that we can focus on the delivery and have the project as seamless as possible. We have the same direction as before, but now we are working more individually. It was very simple for our group to decide on who would work on which aspects of the final project. Each member individually vocalized the area they desired to finalize. Everyone has been responsible enough that I have had no doubts in their efforts or abilities to create a success. I was finalizing packaging with Mary and Mike Burton. I sketched accessory pieces for our product. I have consistently brought new and corresponding ideas to each part of the project and have also done my part listening. I have enjoyed the project as a whole, including the teamwork, creative process, and challenge.
Monday, February 28, 2011
Heskett 9-10
Chapters nine "Contexts" and ten "Futures" continued talking about the dirty past of design and took a new view to the future of design as the book comes to an end. It was also interesting to get another look at the designer and client relationship and the situations that arise. This was reminding me of the guest designers that visited and I compared some of their experiences in the industry to the big business examples in the text. This was also interesting because I like to know whats going on within these companies and past design efforts.
Though there are so many products and concepts that have been introduced to society, Cradle to Cradle is right, we have much more to address and the future does hold the solutions to help the elderly and countries with basic needs. Along with these hopes and anticipations, there is a constant worry about overly consuming and the amount of waste we continue to create. We must be proactive in making a change. I'm looking forward to seeing how our constantly evolving technologies, markets, and cultures continue to shape our processes for designing, conducting business, and solving societies problems.
Though there are so many products and concepts that have been introduced to society, Cradle to Cradle is right, we have much more to address and the future does hold the solutions to help the elderly and countries with basic needs. Along with these hopes and anticipations, there is a constant worry about overly consuming and the amount of waste we continue to create. We must be proactive in making a change. I'm looking forward to seeing how our constantly evolving technologies, markets, and cultures continue to shape our processes for designing, conducting business, and solving societies problems.
J09: Coleman Project
Teammates
Aaron
Amberly
Kerry
Mike Burton
Mike Bickley
Mary
Overall, I am optimistic about the product. I think we have the product itself near finished and the current challenges are the packaging and kiosk. Everyone in the group is willing to work with perspectives and each of us has a skill that adds a dynamic to our team. We chose a household type water filtration system/device. The product will be a more modernized model of, say, a BRITA system. In the beginning I contributed a handful of product concepts and also researched price points and problems in the home. I feel like I have done an equal amount of talking and listening. My first priority task is to work on the product packaging. We have agreed on most details so I'm looking forward to seeing these ideas conceptualized on paper.
Aaron
Amberly
Kerry
Mike Burton
Mike Bickley
Mary
Overall, I am optimistic about the product. I think we have the product itself near finished and the current challenges are the packaging and kiosk. Everyone in the group is willing to work with perspectives and each of us has a skill that adds a dynamic to our team. We chose a household type water filtration system/device. The product will be a more modernized model of, say, a BRITA system. In the beginning I contributed a handful of product concepts and also researched price points and problems in the home. I feel like I have done an equal amount of talking and listening. My first priority task is to work on the product packaging. We have agreed on most details so I'm looking forward to seeing these ideas conceptualized on paper.
Monday, February 21, 2011
C to C: 4-6
Cradle to Cradle continues following the theme of having it's reader recognizing waste, processes, and impact on the environment. Much of this text gives obvious examples of products that have negatively effected the environment, therefor its refreshing that we're now being introduced to some new ways of producing and recycling the products we use. I have started looking at companies and products I use more differently. I'm anticipating buying more products from companies who are attempting to change the way they are making things. Cradle to Cradle is a great text to recommend to others because it will benefit anyone who has little knowledge about what's happening in our environment, giving them a tool for change.
Guest Designers
On my way to class I was in a rush, thanks to the weather. I walked in just at the beginning of the brainstorming on how to approach the given task. I got the run down and we constructed a decent arch with a support arm. I was really excited to have a stimulating task at hand to get my mind geared up for the rest of class.
It was also interesting learning about each of their separate projects. this is because they each had similar but unique approaches and techniques as to how they created and manifested each design. It was also very assuring and beneficial to get first hand feedback from individuals who have changed majors, worked hard, chased their ambitions, and achieved success.
This was a great experience for, in my opinion, any student who is considering any type of artsy degree or anyone who is interested in art but is unsure of a major. I'm simply a minor in design, however I feel as though I made a very wise choice in choosing that minor.
It was also interesting learning about each of their separate projects. this is because they each had similar but unique approaches and techniques as to how they created and manifested each design. It was also very assuring and beneficial to get first hand feedback from individuals who have changed majors, worked hard, chased their ambitions, and achieved success.
This was a great experience for, in my opinion, any student who is considering any type of artsy degree or anyone who is interested in art but is unsure of a major. I'm simply a minor in design, however I feel as though I made a very wise choice in choosing that minor.
Sunday, February 20, 2011
Internet Search
Outdoor & Recreation
Cabela's
Forestry Suppliers
CampMor
Gander Mnt.
Moosejaw
Exhibitions & Trade Shows
Paint Ball exhibit
Cabela's
Forestry Suppliers
CampMor
Gander Mnt.
Moosejaw
Exhibitions & Trade Shows
Paint Ball exhibit
Image from Skyline
Wibit Pool Accessories
Image from Nautic Expo
High Performance, Sport, Design and Innovation
Image from Simon Petry
Indoor Goods
Def: Any item which enhances and provides functionality within a sheltered space, not usually meant for outdoor use. Some items may be more necessary than others.
Exhibitions & Trade Shows
Electronic Home Expo
Image from Your Home Theater Network
Greenguard Products
Image from Growing Your Baby
Central Vacuum System
Home Goods
Wall Decor. Flower Factory
Lighting Fixture. Ace Hardware
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Wednesday, February 16, 2011
Monday, February 14, 2011
Legal Issues in Design
Since performing the designer investigation where I did some digging on Shepard Fairey and learned about some of his legal battles. I've had this whole copyright thing on my mind due to his copyright battle concerning the Obama image. It seems that since then, copyright has been butting its head at least a few times a week. For instance, watching the Remix documentary. I also had to write a paper where I used citations. I was listening to NPR and they were talking about applying copyrights to fashion. Oh and lets be sure that the youngsters know when they're committing a crime as well. I continued watching videos and reading articles discussing the topic and heres what struck my interest.
Copyright Fashion
Copyright Kids
Close to Home
Not Our Beloved YouTube!
What Is It Good For?
they were already concerned nine years ago
E-Books; Nine Years Ago?!
Copyright Fashion
Copyright Kids
Close to Home
Not Our Beloved YouTube!
What Is It Good For?
they were already concerned nine years ago
E-Books; Nine Years Ago?!
C to C: 1-3
From the get-go Cradle to Cradle really shits all over products/designs that came from the Industrial Revolution especially which have negatively impacted the environment. I think it is important to note that it the fragility of the environment was unsure. I am not saying that it's not an issue, however, we can't solely focus on the mistakes and shortcomings of past. Firstly, education is the most important step in making a change. It is also pertinent to create new processes and products to harmonize with the environment and possibly reverse the negative effects.
I think it is important to open any material with hard hitting facts and revelations. It was definitely effective in my experience as a reader. On that note, it is also important to bring the reader into a more positive light and promote positive efforts towards a better way of living. I believe it is easier to persuade when you have the receiver in a good mood and a state where they are more willing to embrace new ideas. I'm looking forward to the following chapters concerning eco-effectiveness.
Monday, February 7, 2011
Cradle Intro
Cradle to Cradle is already interesting to me. I was immediately intrigued and impressed by the construction and material of the text itself. I like that the book started off talking about the materials used and purpose of the book. I think nature provides a great blueprint for design and should and could be utilized on an even larger scale for a multitude of purposes.
The introduction also provides eye-opening accounts of recent flaws in design and materials, like lead based paint on children's toys. It provoked me to think back to what I played with as a kid and the environment I grew up in. I also thought about Frank Lloyd Wright, one of the designers I chose for the investigation assignment and how important it was to him to create with nature, not trying to recreate nature but to harmonize with it.
The introduction also provides eye-opening accounts of recent flaws in design and materials, like lead based paint on children's toys. It provoked me to think back to what I played with as a kid and the environment I grew up in. I also thought about Frank Lloyd Wright, one of the designers I chose for the investigation assignment and how important it was to him to create with nature, not trying to recreate nature but to harmonize with it.
My Hood
1. No one has really shoveled the snow or salted.
2. A lot of people walk in the street.
3. Why are there speed bumps?
4. I've always loved those skulls above that house's front door.
5. Why are there shutters?
6. That church is creepy.
7. The huge lot that church sits on is also creepy, totally suitable as a cemetery.
8. Theres a ton of footprints and animal tracks.
9. There are not enough streetlights.
10. These "one way"streets are nearly senseless.
11. Many families live around here too.
12. I enjoy all the trees and landscaping in the neighborhood.
13. There seem to be more doubles than apartments or full homes.
14. Most of the houses around here have porches.
15. A lot of dogs start barking while I'm walking by.
16. This strip mall is wonderfully convenient.
17. The parking lot is a death trap.
18. There is less graffiti on this side of Hudson.
29. Why is there so much construction on Patterson?
20. There is a pretty nice scarf just laying in the dirty slush.
21. There are very few brick structures, especially houses in the neighborhood.
22. That Saab convertible should probably tape the back window back on.
23. I hear someone playing drums and guitar.
24. Theres a plush parrot in that tree!
25. My street splits into two opposite one ways.
26. There are some "For Rent" signs popping up in the area.
27.There are three churches within 3 blocks of my house.
28. My dog always uses the bathroom at Maynard & Adams.
29. Theres a lot of trash in the alley.
30. I really enjoy the paintings on the backside of the strip mall.
31. The corner store is usually part of my everyday life
32. That house has those tacky "Must be 21 to drink" signs up all year around.
33. I want a garden like that one.
34. Its really neat how they use the gutter system to irrigate the plants.
35. I hear more music, but this time I think it's a record player.
36. A stray cat just ran under a truck.
37. Theres a bus stop conveniently at the end of my street.
38. Some of the houses are painted unconventionally.
39. The church bells can be heard all throughout the neighborhood.
40. There are some squirrels out.
41. Taste of Orient smells delicious.
42. Why is that porch light on in the middle of the day?
43. I hate the way the frozen snow sounds when I step on it.
44. I like stepping on the ice and watching the water move around below it.
45. The snow is so compact and frozen, my dog can walk on top of it.
46. I hate the way the city looks right now.
47. The wind is blowing from Indianola, down the hill and right in my face.
48. The alleyway is terribly uneven and littered with deep, large holes.
49. The alleys are dangerously icy.
50. Something got into our trash.
2. A lot of people walk in the street.
3. Why are there speed bumps?
4. I've always loved those skulls above that house's front door.
5. Why are there shutters?
6. That church is creepy.
7. The huge lot that church sits on is also creepy, totally suitable as a cemetery.
8. Theres a ton of footprints and animal tracks.
9. There are not enough streetlights.
10. These "one way"streets are nearly senseless.
11. Many families live around here too.
12. I enjoy all the trees and landscaping in the neighborhood.
13. There seem to be more doubles than apartments or full homes.
14. Most of the houses around here have porches.
15. A lot of dogs start barking while I'm walking by.
16. This strip mall is wonderfully convenient.
17. The parking lot is a death trap.
18. There is less graffiti on this side of Hudson.
29. Why is there so much construction on Patterson?
20. There is a pretty nice scarf just laying in the dirty slush.
21. There are very few brick structures, especially houses in the neighborhood.
22. That Saab convertible should probably tape the back window back on.
23. I hear someone playing drums and guitar.
24. Theres a plush parrot in that tree!
25. My street splits into two opposite one ways.
26. There are some "For Rent" signs popping up in the area.
27.There are three churches within 3 blocks of my house.
28. My dog always uses the bathroom at Maynard & Adams.
29. Theres a lot of trash in the alley.
30. I really enjoy the paintings on the backside of the strip mall.
31. The corner store is usually part of my everyday life
32. That house has those tacky "Must be 21 to drink" signs up all year around.
33. I want a garden like that one.
34. Its really neat how they use the gutter system to irrigate the plants.
35. I hear more music, but this time I think it's a record player.
36. A stray cat just ran under a truck.
37. Theres a bus stop conveniently at the end of my street.
38. Some of the houses are painted unconventionally.
39. The church bells can be heard all throughout the neighborhood.
40. There are some squirrels out.
41. Taste of Orient smells delicious.
42. Why is that porch light on in the middle of the day?
43. I hate the way the frozen snow sounds when I step on it.
44. I like stepping on the ice and watching the water move around below it.
45. The snow is so compact and frozen, my dog can walk on top of it.
46. I hate the way the city looks right now.
47. The wind is blowing from Indianola, down the hill and right in my face.
48. The alleyway is terribly uneven and littered with deep, large holes.
49. The alleys are dangerously icy.
50. Something got into our trash.
Wednesday, February 2, 2011
Let There Be Color!
I am very attracted to colors, therefor I thoroughly enjoyed the lecture, including the color wheels and optical illusions made with shading and tinting. While in communications yesterday, the instructor used an example of communicating through colors. He mentioned politicians choosing ties to communicate their personalities, desires, and/or beliefs.
I am looking forward to continuing my experimentation with colors especially because I'm working mostly with photoshop and pastels.
I am looking forward to continuing my experimentation with colors especially because I'm working mostly with photoshop and pastels.
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Clue #01
Clue 01: Barcelona
Designed by: Mies van der Rohe
Comments: I loved the size of the chair. Big enough to sleep or do homework in, but still stylish. Also, I like that van der Rohe's signature is stamped into each chair's frame.
Taken by Mike B
Designed by: Mies van der Rohe
Comments: I loved the size of the chair. Big enough to sleep or do homework in, but still stylish. Also, I like that van der Rohe's signature is stamped into each chair's frame.
Taken by Mike B
Clue #04
Clue 04: Philip Johnson building (Mathematics Tower)
[I'm in the window]
Photo taken by Mike Bickley
[I'm in the window]Photo taken by Mike Bickley
Clue #02
Clue 02: Chair in Knowlton Library
Reading: Landscape Architecture
Name: Bubble Club Chair
Designer: Philipe Starck
Comments: Loved the color and material. and it's soft-looking, curvaceous silhouette.
Thanks to Mike Bickley!
Reading: Landscape Architecture
Name: Bubble Club Chair
Designer: Philipe Starck
Comments: Loved the color and material. and it's soft-looking, curvaceous silhouette.
Thanks to Mike Bickley!
Clue #03
Clue 3: Peter Eisenman/Wexner Center
Comments: The newest light installment had just started while we were at the Wexner Center. I found it especially interesting that there is a 12 1/4 degree angle that correlates among other campus buildings. Also, that Eisenman wanted to upset society with its construction.
Photographer: Mike Bickley
Comments: The newest light installment had just started while we were at the Wexner Center. I found it especially interesting that there is a 12 1/4 degree angle that correlates among other campus buildings. Also, that Eisenman wanted to upset society with its construction.
Photographer: Mike Bickley
Clue #04
Clue 4: Building Detail
Comments: I noticed the inset circle and the bold, engulfing arches.
Comments: I noticed the inset circle and the bold, engulfing arches.
Clue #05
Clue 5: Acock & Associates/Thompson Library
Comments: i really like going to Thompson for its open layout and use of natural light. I also found out that Thompson was renovated just before I arrived to OSU. This renovation cost $110 million!
Comments: i really like going to Thompson for its open layout and use of natural light. I also found out that Thompson was renovated just before I arrived to OSU. This renovation cost $110 million!
Monday, January 31, 2011
Heskett 7-8
Chapter 7 discusses the use of symbols and trends to communicate from one culture to another and how they can also be used to fulfill an individuals identity and happiness. He talks about how advertisements influence individuals to alter their appearances, flags and currency can make a nation feel "cool" or independent. With all of these life and business styles comes disagreements between cultures which is natural. However I am interested in Gillette's approach to simplicity for the global market.
Chapter 8 made me think about my uncle who was born with fetal alcohol syndrome. He now drives a car and lives on his own but over the years, teaching him and observing his learning and interpretation style and how some things could be made clearer, maybe not to normally functioning individuals but to others who are lacking in other developmental departments.
Chapter 8 made me think about my uncle who was born with fetal alcohol syndrome. He now drives a car and lives on his own but over the years, teaching him and observing his learning and interpretation style and how some things could be made clearer, maybe not to normally functioning individuals but to others who are lacking in other developmental departments.
Designing for Accessibility
I really connected with the topic today concerning designing for the population with limited accessibility to the world. This connection was made because I was in a car accident that left my right leg in a cast from crotch to toe for about 4 months. The injuries I sustained made mobility impossible without a a friend and a wheelchair for about 6 months then transitioning to a walker or set of crutches. I did go out into the world throughout the entire experience so I really gained perspective on how a permanent handicap changes a life.
My dad used to take me to the movies every weekend but I always had to sit on the bottom row. It was uncomfortable on my neck and there wasn't adequate room for my casted leg. I also went to a theatre to see Carrot Top and I had to pull my wheelchair into a handicapped spot on the very end of the row we had tickets for, and luckily my friends and family were able to switch seats with the people at the end seats. I also noticed small details such as inclines in parking lots and sidewalks, where I could gain a lot of speed in a short amount of time, possibly becoming a hazard. Also, entrances off the beaten track can be an easy target for an attack of a person with limited mobility.
Watching the wheelchair video was pretty awesome because I had seen it before and kind of forgot about it. It was a great way to get minds thinking about how difficult it is for certain people to execute and enjoy the simplest of tasks. If I had that wheelchair, I could've gone into my room, and a plethora of other destinations during my experience in a wheelchair.
Nationally, a lot of effort has been made to accommodate for all kinds of handicaps but there are still a lot of things that can be tweaked to integrate all walks of life and help others better understand the rest of the population.
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