Product design unit 3 - area 1

Outline of context

Explains the problem in which the product must solve and states the client and their need along with the purpose and function of the product.

The designer

The person who collects information by asking questions, taking photos, taking notes etc. to better understand the needs of the end-user.

The client

The person that has commissioned the designer to create a product.

The end-user

The person who will use the product.

End user group

Talks about the target audience and its demographic which could include age range, socio economic statues, education and location.

Constraints

The requirements that the product must fulfill.

Considerations

The aspects of the design brief that must be thought upon, this often includes research

Design elements

The building blocks of design

Design principles

The aspects that give structure and order to the elements of design.

The design elements are?

Shape, Form, line, colour, texture, translucency, transparency and opacity.

The design principles are?

Proportion, balance, contrast, symmetry and asymmetry, pattern, movement, repetition, rhythm, positive and negative space.

Product design factors

Aspects that largely influence the design and often include the constraints and considerations.

The product design factors are?

Purpose, function and context. User-centred design. Innovation and creativity. Visual, tactile and aesthetics. Sustainability. Economics. Legal responsibilities. Materials. Technologies. Other factors.

Design parameters

it is the limitation or boundaries that the factor must fall within.

Market research methods

Analysing gathered data about the market and its consumers.

Market research examples

Focus groups And interviews

Design brief

Explores who, what, where, when, why, and how. Explain the problem and constraints & considerations.

Anthropomorphic measurements

Body measurements