During this module, I have learnt a lot
about practical and conceptual approaches to research and problem solving. I
have enjoyed developing my research further and learning how to properly inform
my work by substantial preparation and research. Doing this has improved the quality of my
work and helped inform my design decisions.
I have also developed an awareness of issues relating to form and function. In Studio Brief 01 I had to really think about how these two things would play a part in my designs. I did lots of research into existing wayfinding systems and how they worked with these two factors in order to be successful. Looking round Leeds and documenting these signs helped inform my own decisions when it came to designing the signs for my own personal system.
Similarly, I used research to help my ideas with the object project. My chosen object was a pair of pants, and I completed a variety of tasks in order to thoroughly explore my object in multiple different ways. I used a variety of different softwares and processes to document my findings, allowing me to really ‘get to know’ my object.
Message and communication are also important things that I have learnt more about during this module. Looking at both objective and subjective sign systems has developed my knowledge on how messages can be portrayed in different ways. We could have designed a very objective system, based on facts. This would have been very formal, official and most importantly – universal for everyone. On the other hand, we could have designed a very subjective sign system, based on opinion and our own particular views. I chose to incorporate the two within my own system, using both a personal narrative alongside a formal and official style of aesthetic.
I also used message and communication when designing my object publication. I wanted to appeal to a large audience and put across a certain ‘vibe’, which I feel I did successfully due to thorough contextual research and planning. Whilst my booklet did not necessarily contain much information, I wanted to communicate a relaxed and informal tone whilst providing the audience with some humour and fun.
I believe that my recording and documenting skills have definitely improved, especially with the first studio brief. The rigorous research process we went through at the beginning of the project really helped me to develop my understanding of where a project can lead to if proper development is done. This was also significant within Studio Brief 02, where I would have found it more difficult to produce an outcome had I not gone through a thorough development process in the beginning.
Overall, I have really enjoyed this module and feel it has definitely helped deepen my understanding of how to properly prepare for a producing a successful design outcome. The main thing I have learnt is that process it key to pushing a project forward and really expanding your ideas into new and unexpected places.
I have also developed an awareness of issues relating to form and function. In Studio Brief 01 I had to really think about how these two things would play a part in my designs. I did lots of research into existing wayfinding systems and how they worked with these two factors in order to be successful. Looking round Leeds and documenting these signs helped inform my own decisions when it came to designing the signs for my own personal system.
Similarly, I used research to help my ideas with the object project. My chosen object was a pair of pants, and I completed a variety of tasks in order to thoroughly explore my object in multiple different ways. I used a variety of different softwares and processes to document my findings, allowing me to really ‘get to know’ my object.
Message and communication are also important things that I have learnt more about during this module. Looking at both objective and subjective sign systems has developed my knowledge on how messages can be portrayed in different ways. We could have designed a very objective system, based on facts. This would have been very formal, official and most importantly – universal for everyone. On the other hand, we could have designed a very subjective sign system, based on opinion and our own particular views. I chose to incorporate the two within my own system, using both a personal narrative alongside a formal and official style of aesthetic.
I also used message and communication when designing my object publication. I wanted to appeal to a large audience and put across a certain ‘vibe’, which I feel I did successfully due to thorough contextual research and planning. Whilst my booklet did not necessarily contain much information, I wanted to communicate a relaxed and informal tone whilst providing the audience with some humour and fun.
I believe that my recording and documenting skills have definitely improved, especially with the first studio brief. The rigorous research process we went through at the beginning of the project really helped me to develop my understanding of where a project can lead to if proper development is done. This was also significant within Studio Brief 02, where I would have found it more difficult to produce an outcome had I not gone through a thorough development process in the beginning.
Overall, I have really enjoyed this module and feel it has definitely helped deepen my understanding of how to properly prepare for a producing a successful design outcome. The main thing I have learnt is that process it key to pushing a project forward and really expanding your ideas into new and unexpected places.
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