FD 1532

In this course, we will consider the importance of context in relation to the design of objects. We will focus on how designed objects respond to the larger context of spatial design and placemaking. Through case studies and discussions, we will consider how objects are markers of their context, whether atmospheric, historical, regional, or fictional. We will explore these themes using common sheet goods like paper, fabric, acrylic, and plywood and transform them into a series of three dimensional projects. Self-directed projects will respond to varying contexts and experimental, hands-on making processes are encouraged. In-class demos will cover paper construction, laser cutting sheet materials, sewing techniques, and using vector-based processes via Adobe Illustrator. These explorations will ultimately reveal strategies for form creation. 

Additionally, we will closely examine the dynamic interplay between color, finish, and form, emphasizing how these decisions profoundly influence our perceptions of objects. In Situ: Designed Objects in Context combines elements of design, spatial awareness, material exploration, and contextualization to provide a holistic understanding of object-spatial interactions.