IN-TOUCH A/W 15/16
IN-TOUCH | A/W 15/16 With technology pervading and increased developments of touch screens, A/W trend for 15/16 In-Touch sees a focus on the increased use of texture putting the consumer back In-Touch with products and environments leaving us feeling comforted and leaving our senses feeling satisfied. The hard glossy white aesthetic of the iPhone with touch technology has alienated the use of tactile rewards, as humans we rely on the sense of touch to explore the world around us, In-Touch sees interiors mimicking natural textures and forms. Materials that appear hard feel soft to make us question our sensory abilities and revive our tactile senses. Colours are muted and calm to create a relaxed mood away from the heavy technological buzz.
AN INNATE SENSE Over exaggerated knits and textures provide comfort when away from technology the innate sense of touch takes over, helping us feel comforted and relaxed.
BIOPHILIA As humans we crave real life interactions and are drawn to natural forms which is explained through the Biophilia hypothsis- an instinctive bond between humans and nature.
A PERSONAL TOUCH
Personal belongings that are most common like mobile phones, iPads and computers encourage personalisation of other belongings and objects to compensate for the cold hard aesthetic.
SENSORY ENHANCEMENTS
As technology invades we cling onto any kind of tactile interaction, textures become sacred and extinct, robotic like garments are worn to enhance tactile rewards and everyday objects stimulate the senses.
INTERIORS
PANTONE 13-0640 TPX ACACIA
PANTONE 11-1404 TPX POWDERPUFF PANTONE 17- 4402 TPX NEUTRAL GRAY PANTONE 12-5204 TPX MORNING MIST PANTONE 15-1306 TPXLIGHT- OXFORD TAN
PANTONE 17-1312 TPX SILVER MINK PANTONE 18-1018 TPX OTTER
Furniture adopts a new tactile make-up, making interiors fun and inviting with a soft approachable colour palette.
MATERIAL DIRECTION CERAMICS | WOOD | 3D PRINTING | FELT | KNIT
Ceramics appear soft as if made from fabric, creating a level of curiosity and a cause to investigate. Material developments in 3D printing have the ability to be tactile and flexible. Wood replaces everyday interactions and knits and felts are easily manipulated, creating interesting textures and three dimensional effects.
FRONT COVER
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Melissa Oswald OWN IMAGE Framed Texture 2
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Melissa Oswald [OWN IMAGE] Framed Texture
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R.Verhoeven (2012) Retrieved from: http://mocoloco.com/archives/027430.php Sense Stimulating Cutlery Retrieved from: http://www.psfk. com/2012/11/ cutlery-stimu-
Marie Rouillon Experience Lab: feeling human (2011) Retrieved from: http://marierouillon. com/2011/11/06/experience-lab/ PAGES 9 & 10 Sophie Brunner Blush Chair Retrieved from: http://sofiebrunner.com/index. php/1480893 Mycelium Chair by Eric Klarenbeek. Retrieved from: http://www. dezeen.
PAGES 11 & 12 The Beacon CR Retrieved from: http://scottdanieldesign.com/ table-lamps/
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The Beacon CR Retrieved from: http://scottdanieldesign.com/ table-lamps/
SOOJIN KAN Installation ‘Seating’ 2012 Retrieved from: http://www.soojinkang. net/seating.html
Mischler’TrexlerReversed Volumes Retrieved from: http://inhabitat.com/ mischertraxlers-reversed-volumes-bowlsare-cast-from-fruitsand-vegetables/ Engrain Tactile Keyboard Retrieved from: http://www.thisiscolossal.com/2011/04/ engrain-tactile-keyboard/ Foldables by Richard BeckettRetrieved from: http://www. richard-beckett. com/?page_id=52
The Beacon CR Retrieved from: http://scottdanieldesign.com/ table-lamps/
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