Conclusion

CONCLUSION CONCLUSION

Over the course of this semester I have learnt a great deal about objects and the way humans interact with them. While physical aspects contribute (being the form or colouring) to this relationship, I have learnt that the link between an object and a person or an action can cause a dramatic effect. This was shown through the experiment of a cardigan that was worn by a serial killer and caused an adverse reaction from participants.

The life cycle of this relationship is also something that I will take forward into my design career. As the world has changed so has this relationship and now users are constantly bombarded with the next version of what they have it only highlights what they don’t have. And while originally happy in the honeymoon phase the transition into the daily grind often leads to disappointment and a quick discarding for what’s new. Taking on what I had leant over the semester I wanted to make sure my object aimed to spark the appropriate emotions in users while being something that can be updated and interacted with.

By allowing users to participate in the form and what is displayed in the windows this will allow individuals to create an emotional connect and revisit visit fond memories that they have chosen. This will help to avoid the disappointment many feel and replace it with a warm sense of nostalgia.

While I am happy with the physical kit I was able to build if the current situation was different and I was able to visit a workshop I would have build a mini frame. This would have allowed a base structure that the clay could be moulded around and would provide extra support to add to the longevity of the item.