Smart TextilesCuteCircuit Is an internationally-known fashion house that has been pushing the boundaries of wearable technology since its launch in 2004. A global leader in interactive fashion, CuteCircuit has introduced many ground-breaking ideas to the fashion world by integrating new beauty and functionality through the use of smart textiles and micro-electronics. I chose to look at the these designers because they are mixing the digital world and textiles.What draw my attention was the way a phone app is all that is needed to change the deign on the clothing which I think can completely change the look of a garment. We are living in a digital future, so we do not need to sell 10,000 skirts, we could sell 500 skirts, but then could sell thousands of patterns that you download to your skirt." It allows for women (target audience) to express their mood depending on the atmosphere and situation without the hassle of changing ones outfit. I think the main things they would have to consider is the material they use embedding nanotechnology - Thousands of tiny micro LEDs can be woven into fabrics), health and safety, hygiene (washable), comfort and cost. I think the designs/idea is successful. because it avant-garde in terms of the concept, it been in the media and celebrities have been seen wearing it to event. I don't think any improvements can be made. http://cutecircuit.com/aw-14-15/#after_full_slider_1 http://www.dezeen.com/2014/08/29/movie-francesca-rosella-cutecircuit-digital-fashion-smart-textiles/ Textiles switches Smart switches are button on the sleeves of a jacket which allows you to control music/mobile device without any contact with device. I chose this design because I looks at the daily life of people and tried to make it a little easier. People love listening to music when but it can be a hassle to taking out your device to stop/pause or change the music. This design removes the inconvenience. For the design the main things that would have been considered would be material, cost, effeminacy, durability and how the jacket will be cleaned and health and safety. I think the design is successful as it meet the need of it audience but I think I can developed so that its not only on jackets but other items of clothing. Interactive wallpaper Nature Trail, the interactive LED wallpaper, makes boring walls so much more fun, installed at the UK’s Great Ormond Street children’s hospital to make the journey to surgery a little less scary for kids (newborn to around 18 years old) and their parents alike. "The brief was to design and install a distraction artwork helping to create a calming yet engaging route that culminates in the patient’s arrival at the anaesthetic room. Inspiration came from the idea of viewing the patient journey as a ‘Nature Trail’, where the hospital walls become the natural canvas, with digital look out points that reveal the various ‘forest creatures’, including horses, deer, hedgehogs, birds and frogs, to the passerby." When designing this they would have had to consider the target audience, materials, cost, where and how it will be installed. I think that the design is really successful because its taking something that is boring and adding a fun element to it. Object that are interactive are fun and fascinating for all ages, abilities. I think that the deign needs improving http://coolmompicks.com/blog/2013/01/04/resolutions-for-parents-interactive-wallpaper/ http://www.jasonbruges.com/projects/uk-projects/nature-trail Interactive Floor thertFader is an interactive flooring manufactured by TAL. A pedestrian’s footprints light up wherever the foot touches the surface and remain visible for about a minute after crossing the interactive light-floor. The LightFader interactive floor consists of a modular system of tiles. These tiles measures 1000 x 1000 x 75 mm, easily connected by a link cable, and are made of a strong and scratch-resistant material that can hold up to 250 kg per square meter. This is a similar concept to the interactive wall. There is one particular or set target audience. I find it interesting because it works with human interaction and without interaction it would be like a normal floor (or wall) Both the interactive wall and floor have inspired to think about boring everyday objects and think about other ways it can be used to promote interacts between people and objects and among other people. Textiles DesignersFausto Puglisi "Fausto Puglisi has a confident, energetic style, with a modern attitude and frisson of sexiness, this original fashion combination has had combustive results, quickly drawing the attention of international editors and buyers and catapulting Puglisi into the spotlight as one of the industry’s brightest fashion talents. Puglisi’s work is a study in bold contrasts and reflects both his Italian origins as well as his fascination with all facets of American culture" I chose this to looks at the designer as I like the idea of combing different styles. I like his that colour pallet he is using and they he have used geometric shapes for the embellishment Santu Maaranen .Satu Maaranen is a Fashion Designer specialized on hand-painted prints and sculptural shapes. I chose this designer as I like the colour palette she uses in her designs, and the futuristic effect that is gives. I could also use a slimier color palette for my design Both designers would have had to consider the materials they are using, colour palette, cost, and target audience. Wearable Tech ProductSamsung watch "Gear s2 comes with a durable stainless steel body that sits sim and sleek on your wrist. You can customise the watch face and changing that band is a lot easier. It is a device for all occasions. Essential smartphone features are available with a simple twist on Gear S2. Gently turn the bezel to scroll through long emails, zoom in on a map or skip a track during playback. When it's time for a recharge, simply place it on the wireless charging dock. It has enough space to store 300 songs synced seamlessly from your phone." I chose this design/product to because I like the concept of making everyday tasks a little bit easier. I think that design is successful visually. It look simple and easier to used. During the design process they would have to consider durability, target audience, materials, cost and effectiveness. Google glass Google Glass is a headset, or optical head-mounted display, that is worn like a pair of eyeglasses, It displays information in a smartphone-like hands-free format. Wearers communicate with the Internet via natural language voice command. Features include current events, such as weather, past events, such as phone calls, photos, circle updates. Its also has a camera that takes pictures and recodes videos. During the design process they would have to consider durability, target audience, materials, cost, effectiveness, health and safety, security and how it works. I think that the design/product is not as successful its it may seem. I like the idea and concept behind it but there as been criticisms about security and privacy. To me the product to me seems to be promoted as if it was intend for the main stream market however this has not happened. FitBit "Every moment matters and every bit makes a big impact. Becausefitness is the sum of your life. That’s the idea Fitbit was built on—that fitness is not just about gym time. It’s all the time."
I chose this to look at this product because I like the idea of how wearable technology can be connected to a smartphone. I also really like the visual design as it can fit with any outfit. overall I think the design is successful. During the design process they would have to consider durability, target audience, materials, cost, effectiveness, health and safety, security and how it works.
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25/11/2015 10:23:59 am
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