VCD Unit 1 - Semester 1 Exam Revision Vocabulary

Flashcards for VCD Unit 1 Semester 1 Exam Revision focusing on vocabulary terms and definitions.

Fields of Design

Fields of design practice encompassing messages, objects, environments, and interactive experiences.

Technical Drawing Conventions

A standardized method of representing objects and structures using specific lines, symbols, and formats.

Non-Paraline Drawings

Drawings that do not use parallel lines to represent depth, often using perspective techniques.

Economic Factors Affecting Design

Influences on design that relate to the economy and cost-effectiveness.

Technological Factors Affecting Design

Influences on design that relate to new technologies and innovations.

Cultural Factors Affecting Design

Influences on design that relate to cultural norms, values, and traditions.

Environmental Factors Affecting Design

Influences on design that relate to sustainability and environmental impact.

Social Factors Affecting Design

Influences on design that relate to societal needs, behaviors, and demographics.

Design Elements

point, line, shape, tone, form, texture, colour, and type.

Design Principles

balance, contrast, cropping, scale, proportion, hierarchy, pattern, and figure-ground.

Gestalt Principles of Visual Perception

Psychological principles that explain how humans visually perceive objects and patterns

Figure-Ground

The background or surrounding area in a design that helps define the main subject.

Design Contexts

The setting or environment in which a design exists or is used, affecting its interpretation and function.

Visual Language

The visual representation and communication of ideas through design elements and principles.

Dieter Rams' 10 Principles for Good Design

Principles developed by Dieter Rams that define what constitutes effective and ethical design.

Evaluation Techniques

Techniques used to assess the effectiveness and impact of a design.

PMI

Plus minus interesting An evaluation technique that assesses the positive aspects, negative aspects, and interesting aspects of a design.

SCAMPER

(Substitute, Combine, Adapt, Modify, Put to other uses, Eliminate, Reverse) This technique encourages innovative thinking and problem-solving by considering various modifications and adaptations.

Circular Design

A design approach that focuses on creating systems that minimize waste and maximize resource use.

Human-Centered Research Methods

Research methods that focus on understanding the needs, behaviors, and preferences of users.

Design Briefs

The what, why, and for whom of a design.

Divergent thinking

Explorative thinking that generates multiple ideas or solutions.  used in the discover and develop stages 

Convergent thinking

Analytical thinking that narrows down ideas. used in the define and deliver stages 

message

graphic designer, logo, digital tools, PDF, trademark

objects

product designer, packaging, plastics, physical items, patents

environment

environmental designer, exibition, Adobe, floor plans, copyright

Interactive Experiences

game designer, games, user research, interactive prototype, copyright

one point

one vanishing point, ruler, strong sense of depth

two point perspective

2 vanishing points, set square, realistic 3d depth,

isometric

30 degree angles, 30/60 set square, height width depth shown equally

planometric

45 or 60 degree, 45 or 60 set square, more flexible

third angle orthoganal drawing

front, top, side views, t square, not 3d

proximity

Objects that are close to each other are perceived as related or grouped.

similiarty

Objects that look alike (in shape, size, color, or texture) are perceived as belonging together.

countinity

The eye follows a path, line, or curve

closure

Our brains fill in missing parts of a visual image to perceive a complete form.

10 Dieter Rams Principles

Good design is innovative

Good design makes a product useful

Good design is aesthetic

Good design makes a product understandable

Good design is unobtrusive

Good design is honest

Good design is long-lasting

Good design is thorough down to the last detail

Good design is environmentally friendly

Good design is as little design as possible

circular design examples

woolworths recycled bench, fairphones replacable recyclable materials, nike shoe recycling program

Human centred design examples

Interviews

Surveys

Focus groups

human centered design

Human-centred design is not a

linear process but rather a cyclical

one, where feedback and iteration

play a crucial role.