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Welly

[arthurewan-blog]

The Panton chair has caught my eye ever since it was introduced in one of the DSDN171 lectures last Tri. Apparently it was one of the first fully cast fiberglass chairs or chair designs? I like that its colour can vary, its single cast shape and and its ergonomic considerations.

Photo from Library

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Victoria University of Wellington

Design for Social Innovation

Experimentation for Project 4 DSDN171

[mitchtarrant-blog]

This is the video I made to present my model. I wanted to stick with the horror theme and the witching hour idea to create a sort of opening sequence to either a suspenseful thriller/horror movie or TV show. Its kind of weird but it was an interesting concept I guess

Also I said DSDN171 not 141 because I was tired and now I’m embarrassed

[zak-brown-design-blog]

Blog Post #2

For my research field I decided to look into modernism in New Zealand with a focus on the work of Ernst Plischke who was a modernist Austrian architect living in New Zealand as a refugee in during World War Two.

  1.Plishke,E.(1947).Design and living. Wellington, New Zealand: Department of Internal Affairs.

This would be a useful book to use for research into modernism because it is a primary source because it was written in the time of modernism and by a famous modernist. The book talks about exactly what the title suggests and is full

  2. Walker,P. (2008). Migration and Modern Architecture: The Case of New Zealand. Fabrications: The journal of the Society of Architectural Historians, Australia and New Zealand, 18(1), 40-55. Retrieved from Te Waharoa Database.

This would be a useful a useful source for my research because it talks about New Zealand and Australia in the same article so comparisons can be made and contrasted.

  3.Gatley,J.(2008). Long Live The Modern: New Zealand’s new architecture 1904-1984. Auckland, New Zealand: Auckland University Press.

This would be a good source for my research because it details a wide range of built architectural projects in the modernist style.

  4.Tyler,L.(2010).Plischke, Ernst Anton – Biography. Retrieved from http://www.teara.govt.nz/en/biographies/5p31/1/

This would be a useful source to use for my research because it is The encyclopaedia of New Zealand as quoted at the top of the page. It is also a government site so the information is a lot more reliable. The page talks about Plischke who was an Austrian modernism. Who moved to New Zealand during the Second World War.

  5. Tyler,L.(2010).Plischke, Ernst Anton – Biography. Retrieved from http://www.teara.govt.nz/en/biographies/5p31/1/2

This image of a webpage would be useful because it shows an example of modernist architecture in New Zealand designed by a famous modernist architect.

[nina-estrella]

Our group presentation on A.W.N Pugin.

Set 1 of 2 slides.

By Nina Estrella, Lucy McMaster, William Barber, Jeremy Hooper, Lucas Ying and Sebastian Paz

Part 2

[jesswharehingadesign]

The object I have chosen is an Art Deco uranium glass vase. The style of the vase is called ‘The Torpedo’, due to its shape, and was made by Bagley & Co, in the 1920s/30s in England.  

Art Deco is classed as an eclectic design style that began in Paris in the 1920’s; its modern, decorative, elegant and glamorous style led it to flourish internationally throughout the 1930’s and World War II Era.  ‘Art Deco took flight when people were impressed with the wonders of new machinery, especially automobiles and streamlined ocean liners. They looked forward to modernism, yet at the same time looked back with excitement at all things Egyptian, Mayan, and Aztec, popularized by the discovery of King Tutankhamen’s tomb and the ongoing Mexican Revolution.’ (Young, 2004)

Clean shapes and elegant lines are emphasized; ornate mouldings and scrolled protrusions that perform no practical function are left out to allow for the curves, sleek lines and streamlined geometric shapes. This vase is in a way similar to the earlier Art Nouveau style, with a more modern aesthetic. This piece shows within its geometric shapes, lines and curves the modern, Egyptian, Mayan and Aztec form.

Art Deco is purely decorative which is clear in the shape and colouring of this piece.  There is no practical use for this object only to display its modern geometric form for modern visual appeal. ‘Art Deco emerged and developed within a social context dominated by the slogan “be modern.”’ (Merriman and Winter, 2006)

The vase is overall a prime art deco piece with its sleek geometric shape and bright pastel colour. It is used for one purpose and that is to look appealing, a priority of all things art deco.

Listed as: Amazing Rare Art Deco Uranium Vase 

Listing #: 460833204

Trade me item URL: http://www.trademe.co.nz/pottery-glass/glass-crystal/vases/ auction-460833204.htm

  CITATIONS: 

K, Young. 2004. Art Deco Revival: Architecture mixes modernism with ancient cultures: [Final Edition]. Retrieved from ProQuest database.

Document URL: http://search.proquest.com.helicon.vuw.ac.nz/docview/349806634

Ed. J, Merriman and J, Winter . 2012."Art Deco." Europe Since 1914: Encyclopedia of the Age of War and Reconstruction. Vol. 1. Detroit: Charles Scribner's Sons, 2006. 187-189. Gale World History In Context.

Document URL

http://ic.galegroup.com.helicon.vuw.ac.nz/ic/whic/ReferenceDetailsPage/ReferenceDetailsWindow?displayGroupName=Reference&disableHighlighting=false&prodId=WHIC&action=e&windowstate=normal&catId=&documentId=GALE%7CCX3447000062&mode=view&userGroupName=vuw&jsid=80e55ee79032706321517f2253ab7432

Gale Document Number: GALE|CX3447000062

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CONFIDENTIAL: BLOG 1

(RECORD: Te Aro Basement Chamber.)

  1: We’ve sourced your file. You’re full of surprises, aren’t you Robert?

  2: Let’s say I’m not the kind of person who settles for ‘normal’.

  1: Yes, always pushing the boundaries; always trying to be that little bit different. That’s going to get you into trouble one day, Agent. If it hasn’t already…

  2: So what happens now?

  1: It wouldn’t be unfathomable for me to end you right here and now, Agent. Breaking and entering, and attempted theft aren’t crimes regarded lightly here at Victoria’s School of Design.

  2: I was just after the degree. That’s all I wanted. Your cutting edge design research – although appealing – wasn’t my mission. Not this time.

  1: And I’m supposed to trust this first-year-disguised covert operative? Tell me, why would someone in your position need a BDI?

  2: Creativity has always been my drive. Before I became a killing machine, there was a time when it was my dream to design the storylines for movies and games. The BDI is the bridge between that aspiration… and me.

  1: You’d betray your agency for passion’s sake?

  2: My emotions compromised the mission.

  1: And yet your file testifies against your claim. Throughout high school you neglected the visual arts, preferring the likes of drama and music.

  2: I don’t regret my decision. But times change. People change.

  1: You know, I like you Robert. Perhaps you could still be of some use to us. I notice endurance running, and a recent interest in tae kwon do and parkour – a valuable skillset. Work for us. Become a double agent, and prevent those who would steal our secrets, from doing so. At the end of your three-year contract, we’d… negotiate… the terms of your degree. What do you say?

(End Recording) 

[emilywakelingdesign]

DSDN171: Blog 4 - Curatorial

“A lot of people in our industry haven't had very diverse experiences. So they don't have enough dots to connect, and they end up with very linear solutions without a broad perspective on the problem. The broader one's understanding of the human experience, the better design we will have."  - Steve Jobs

The precedent images of Frank Gehry, Walt Disney Concert Hall (http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m3d4p0X2401qiqw4do1_1280.jpg) and the Graffiti Cafe by Studio MODE (http://www.contemporist.com/2012/05/02/graffiti-cafe-by-studio-mode/), inspired the idea of fluidity, based on linear forms. Allowing the concept of my fluid form structure to be created, using the materials polyprop, wire and thread. I chose the Frank Gehry building as I felt it expressed the idea of fluidity through the use of inverted and outward curves and with the positioning of all of the individual sections, this gives the impression of it flowing from one section to the other. Whilst the Cafe Graffiti contained forms that efficiently and effectively created a curvature shape in a linear style.

Experimentation with materials was a hugely important part of the design development process. My initial idea was to carve the top section of a candle into a triangular, linear structure that expressed hierarchy and depth; the bottom of the model would be melted away to express the fluidity of the model.

After many attempts, I came to realization that this concept was not suited to the project. It was missing one of the requirements - including a sheet material and was also not creating a form, instead I was just transforming an object that was already a form. This then forced me to bring into consideration all of the brief requirements and create a new fluid form idea.

While experimenting with my new materials polyprop, wire and thread, I was able to produce a well-crafted, repetitive, “fluid form” model that expressed influence of fluidity and linear forms from my chosen precedent images. The fluid and curvilinear form has been created with the use of geometric shapes, that allow that flow from a combined section of both forms to a repetition of specifically fluid forms; much like in the movement that occurred between Art Nouveau and Modernism.

References

Figure 1:http://25.media.tumblr.com/tumblr_m3d4p0X2401qiqw4do1_1280.jpg

Figure 2:http://www.contemporist.com/2012/05/02/graffiti-cafe-by-studio-mode/

Quote: http://www.brainyquote.com/quotes/quotes/s/stevejobs416912.html

[tombarlowdesign]

TASK5

Is the Rococo style still relevant in the modern age?

  The 18th century movement artistic of Rococo design, influenced many aspects of art including, architecture, painting, interior design and theater. But is this style relevant in modern age design? We see remnants in the modern age of rococo revival pieces and originals.

  Rococo designers often opted for a more graceful approach with design, with fluid curves and asymmetrical designs. Around the 18th century many criticized rococo design and found it offensive, due to the overuse of materials in the ornaments and works. Although, many people cherished and collected rococo pieces for luxury and  aesthetic value.

  Rococo is most certainly not as popular in the new age as it was in the 18th century. But considering this factor, it seems as though the art movement still has a place in the modern age. After looking through trade me, I found various revival works but none were original. The ‘Antique Rococo Silver Plate serving Dish’ that I found on trade me, which is a replica English-made rococo revival piece, still seems to hold its value in modern day society, with a price tag of $335. In saying this, the value of this piece is merely because of it value to an antique collector. The history behind it, encourages the price to increase. But in the modern age, with mass produced goods and machinery, the price of new rococo ornaments will have little value.

  So is rococo relevant in todays modern age? Yes, Rococo revival pieces and originals will hold there value for years to come. As for new rococo pieces I believe that there is no place for them, technology and productivity of machine made goods are taking over.

  REFERENCES

  Rococo style. (2013). In Encyclopædia Britannica. Retrieved from http://www.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/506448/Rococo-style

  Trade Me Limited. (2013). Antique Rococo Silver Plate serving Dish C1890. Retrieved from http://www.trademe.co.nz/antiques-collectables/silver-metalware-tins/silver/silver-plate/auction-592480815.htm

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DSDN171 Assignment 4 - Academic Writing Argument

Is the Art Deco design aesthetic still present in modern furniture design?

Art Deco still has its place in modern furniture design. This is largely because of its timeless qualities,bold geometric shapes and colours, which are still used frequently in modern design. When we look at  design from the Art Deco design period and compare it with modern furniture design we can point out many similarites between the two seperate styles, whether it be popular geometry or the use of exotic materials.  In modern design, designers often seek to celebrate a product or design for what it is, rather than what it is made of or what it looks like, this is an idea that is prominent in the Art Deco design aesthetic. Bevis Hillier reinforces this point by saying, "If we grant the premise that the idea of representing the quality or essence of a thing rather than the thing itself lies behind early 20th Century art-isms, then one can see in Art Deco a movement away from that essentially classical idea.”(Hillier, 1969, pp.350)

Modern furniture designs are often in a style that is seen as luxurious or expensive, much like the Art Deco design period. Furniture designs that we see today often look very sleek and fast, similar to the designs of Raymond Lowey, however modern furniture design is also very simple and pure. The Art Deco design period was well known for its lavish ornamentation so, in this aspect, you could argue that Arct Deco is not present in modern furniture design. While there are some large differences between modern furniture design and the Art Deco design aesthetic, the similarities between the two are enough to say that the Art Deco design aesthetic is still present in modern furniture design. 

References:

Hillier, B. (1969). Art Deco. Art Journal, 28(3),350. Retrived From http://www.jstor.org/stable/775268

Loewy R, (1942, January 9). Selling Through Design. Journal of the Royal Society of Arts, p.93.

Petty, J. (2013). American Post War-Post Modern [lecture], Victoria University, Wellington.

[conal-mckie-design]

Assignment 5. 171

Is Art Nouveau still relevant in modern society?

Art Nouveau is still relevant in modern society as it is used as quite a large influence for modern designs because of the floral elements, flowing curves, natural features and Japanese Influence. 

Art Nouveau was popular during 1890-1910, starting in France, but had influence all over the world.  In America during the 1960’s there was a small revival where the “Visages De Renom”, a painting of Marilyn Monroe by Les Katz.

Art Nouveau inspired works are still being produced today, the main outlets are graphic design and furniture design. The floral aspect and flowing curves are frequently used elements, as well as the colours in the graphic designs. A poster created for the band Evanescence that has been rendered in the Art Nouveau style, the floral element has used as well as having modern things such some electric guitars morphed into the floral aspect. 

Art Nouveau has also influenced furniture designers such as Laura Spector.  Her echo nightstands have a very floral element on as the legs of the table and with flowing curves and natural element.

Even though the Art Nouveau period ended in 1910, the fundamental elements of floral elements and flowing curves are still influencing designers today.

References

A Marinica. (2010, August 5) The influence of art history on modern design - Art Nouveau [Web Blog Post]. Retrieved from http://www.pixel77.com/the-influence-of-art-history-on-modern-design-art-nouveau/

Deena. (2011, October 6) Art Nouveau – Take Two [Web Blog Post]. Retrieved from http://designeinstien.wordpress.com/2011/10/06/art-nouveau-%E2%80%93-take-two/

M Lafon. (2011, Feburary 28) History Lesson: Art Nouveau [Web Blog Post]. Retrieved from http://www.designerscall.com/blog/2011/02/28/history-lesson-art-nouveau/

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DSDN 171 Project 4: Trade-Me Hunt

While searching on Trade-Me, I came across this Rococo styled silver plate serving dish. The Rococo style is best described by Hunter-Stiebel (2008), “Sinuous, organic, sensuous – that is the mantra of this project”. I believe that this original silver piece created circa 1890, while not from the Rococo era of 1730 to 1765, with its ornate flowing handle and shell and leaf design on the corners with a rope design around the edges most definitely fits this style. The seller ‘Sorebones’ very accurately describes this piece in his listing, even researching the hallmark, belonging to Folgate Silver Company. As far the pieces condition goes the only blemishes being 2 tiny flakes on the inside of the bottom, the largest of which is shown in the last photo. Other than the patina or small scratches from previous usage the piece is in excellent condition. One could argue that due to the time period of this pieces origin that it is Art Nouveau rather than Rococo, however while Art Nouveau was indeed a resurgence of Rococo themes during 1880 to 1910, the flowing organic curves of this piece are far more reminiscent of Rococo than the slender whiplash curves of Art Nouveau. At a modest starting bid of $299 and but now of $335, compared to the price of a knockoff ranging as low as $70, this piece is worth the price difference. Sources Hunter-Stiebel, P. (2008, March 3) The Continuing Curve. Rococo: The Continuing Curve, p. 3 Original Auction http://www.trademe.co.nz/antiques-collectables/silver-metalware-tins/silver/silver-plate/auction-592480815.htm

[howmanydiesels]

Found on Trademe.co.nz in Home > Antiques & collectables > Silver, metalware & tins > Silver > Sterling

Link:

http://www.trademe.co.nz/antiques-collectables/silver-metalware-tins/silver/sterling/auction-591238730.htm

Blog entry:

After digging around searching for a piece of art nouveau art I stumbled across this Snuff Box. Its traditionally styled and made of sterling silver, this is shown through the imprints on the side of the rampant lion showing that it is pure sterling silver and is not just plated silver which is common in knock off pieces. The style it was designed shows tell tale signs of rococo in its extravagant silver work while not quiet enough for it to be rococo. This particular Snuff Box is designed in an art nouveau style. This is because it is quite refined and looks more inclusive of other worldly designs an in example would be the flowers. I would say it was made around 1900 in Birmingham as shown in the hallmarks. The rampant lion used shows that it is legitimate sterling and not plated while the particular letter “e” says it was marked in 1904. This time periods coincides with the time you would expect to see art nouveau in its prime.  I do think this is an original piece and the seller doesn’t really know what they are selling. I think this because they have just taken photos of the hallmarks as if they are just design features and haven’t explained any history that this specific piece may hold. The crystal bottom is distasteful and I would only be interesting in buying for the silver lid. This was most likely designed by a dead end silverware maker; in this particular case the silver would be worth more than the design.