Today,
We looked at the first chapter of the book we had to read.
The Laws Of Simplicity - John Maeda
In class we were given some questions to answer, we answered them ourselves however we also had a group discussion on the questions. The questions and answers are listed below.
In class we were given some questions to answer, we answered them ourselves however we also had a group discussion on the questions. The questions and answers are listed below.
What does the acronym SHE mean according to the book?
SHE, is an acronym for Shrink, Hide and Embody.
Shrink: The removal of unnecessary factors.
Shrink: The removal of unnecessary factors.
Hide: in order to give the illusion of simplicity.
Embody: Embody the other SHE factors ( shrink & hide )
In your words define ‘humanist technologist’
Humanist: To me is someone working in relation to humans.
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Technologist: To me is someone who works in and around all technologies.
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In my own words : A Humanist Technologist is someone who creates technology soley to benefit the human experience.
How can you apply the notion of reduce to your own design process? (give a specific example)
My designs are solely graphic based. If I create designs that are minimalistic, nothing that is to complex or intricate then I can overall benefit my outcome. Specifically the practical that we were given on the 26th for the 3D class, to design a bag for a design student. My design Is minimalistic but it has maximum impact. A simple but effective design.
From what you have read in Chapter 1, explain the relationship between complexity and simplicity (give 3 specific examples from the book OR your own experiences)
Complexity and Simplicity are always going to be entwined. Although they can exist without the other, design is better when it considers both of the parties involved and whatever area of design it is coming from.
1. For example those Apple guys who invented the iphone, it is extremely complex; however it has greatly benefited mankind by making everything simpler to use.
2. Using the web, search engines make everything 50 billion times easier and theyre databases are complex.
3. Windows media player. Need I say more? The WORST media storage program ever! itunes has simplified eveything into a basic functioning media program that is very easy to use!
I found the following video on Youtube. Its of John Maeda talking on TED!
INTERMISSION!
Also today.. we planned rough groups for the exhibition.
First we Brainstormed every aspect of the exhibition on the whiteboard..
Then We split into groups of two. Roland And I were grouped together and we came up with the following groups out of the treacherous board that is white..
Then We split into groups of two. Roland And I were grouped together and we came up with the following groups out of the treacherous board that is white..
We felt that these were good groups to break everyone up in.
OVER AND OUT!
Josie - a good effort for your first exhibition blog. Your observations are good.
ReplyDeleteAs the semester moves on, try to delve a little deeper and explore different / lateral angles of critical thinking.
e.g. you commented on the Windows Media Player briefly, and used it as a great example of how the relationship between simplicity and complexity can go wrong - but it was just a statement of fact. Don't be shy to get into the nuts and bolts of it.
Overall an excellent post - Well done!
Josie - don't worry about Week 01 post, just continue on from here to Week 12. I'll remove Week 1 from the Assessment Task.
ReplyDeleteAt this point I am concerned.
ReplyDeletePlease read your task sheet. Regular and consistent BLOG entries are required. Having this on a Word doc is not sufficient.
Please3 complete all weeks.
Your Exhibition blog is missing:
ReplyDeleteWeeks 03 – 06 Origination
Week 06 – Collaboration
You were asked to do these on the attached Task sheet in Week 1.
You are 3 weeks behind.
Please check out items 02 & 03 in the REQUIRED ITEMS checklist.
I am giving you an extension until Monday 29th. August 4pm. to complete these missing weeks.
Please email me when done.
I understand that sometimes life can get in the way of study,
but if there is some legitimate reason why you cannot finish Tasks,
you need to advise me BEFOREHAND by email.