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Improving Teenagers' mental wellbeing/ attitude whilst studying. -…
Improving Teenagers' mental wellbeing/ attitude whilst studying.
Aesthetics/Form
Colour
Warm
Yellows, reds, oranges
Varied emotions: anger, happiness
Cool
Blues, greens purples
Calming, natural effect
Textures
Sensory benefits
Improves aesthetics
Rough, grippy
Smooth
Soft,fluffy
Shapes
Emotional response to curved shapes; calming?
Circles/ Cylinders
Elipses
Irregular curves eg S shapes
Emotional response to angular shapes; angering?
Rectangles
Parallelograms
Straight edged patterns
Diagonals
Styles
Scandinavian
Art-like functionality
Minimalism
Simplified shapes and colours
Traditional
Dark, rich design
Bohemian
Eclectic, colourful, playful
Materials and manufacture
Potential materials
Timbers
Mahogany
Oak
Birch
Ash
Pine
Metals
Copper
Stainless steel
Aluminum
Plastics
Acrylic
HIPS
PVC
Manufacturing considerations
Material cost
Machinery
Tools
Skill level
Energy consumption
Time constraints
Potential techniques
Turning on lathe
Ply forming
Mold forming
Sand/die casting
Sheet metal folding
Laser cutting/etching
Environment
Dedicated office/study space
Increased space
Singular function products
Desk/ chair height ergonomics
Found in larger homes- increased budget?
Loneliness?Isolation?
Multifunctional spaces
Bedroom
work/ liesure balance
Increased comfort
Ergonomic concerns if in bed
Lack of writing surfaces
Hallway
Noise reduction
Space efficient designs
Versatile configurations
Living spaces/ Dining areas
Separation of areas
Noise reduction
Social/ collaborative working
Large work surfaces
Art projects
Model making
Temporary set-ups
Increased stress
Cost
Retail pricepoint
High relative prices
Premium quality
Mid-range prices
Appeal to masses
Assumes reasonable quality
Low prices
Brand image weakened
Competitive value
Cost of production
Scale
Mass- high initial cost, low per unit cost
Batch- more suitable for start ups with a lower initial cost but higher per unit cost
One off- for customised, premium goods, highest per unit cost
Labour costs
Wages- brand ethics vs cost
Self assembly- low cost
Materials
Plastics are generally inexpensive
Metals and hardwoods convey quality but are often expensive
Metals have high energy requirement to process, increasing costs
Sustainability
Lifetime
Durability
Updates to software based products
Style; considered timeless?
Repair kits
Reducing waste
Use of recycled/ upcycled materials
Recyclable materials such as aluminum
Use of standard sized parts
Repairability
Ethical issues
Fairtrade
Low CO2 emissions
Vegan products (no shellac!)
FSC standards
Brand image
Carbon offset
Aforrestation
Carbon capture
Charity Partnerships
WWF
Greenpeace
Green alliance
Biodegradability/ chocice of materials
Green Energy sources
Renewables
Solar
HEP
Wind
Biofuels
Client
Customer
Parents
Function over form
Judgement on value- as customer
Statistics based marketing
Consumer
Teenagers
Age groups
13-15
Secondary/ GCSE
Variety of subjects
Need for storage and organisation
Folders
Colour coding
Electronic organisation
Dealing with less favoured subjects
Basic-level tasks
16-19
Sixth form/ A level
Specialist equipment
Advanced tasks
Increased need for concentration
exam stress
Timetabling
Revision
Apprenticeships
Versatile spaces
Architecture
Computers/ Monitors
Drawing tools
Art
Drawing boards
Paints
Business
Zoom meeting set ups
Gender-based common interests
Boys
Tech
Mobile phones
Samsung
Apple (most desirable)
Google Pixel
Gaming computers
Cryptocurrency
Laptops
Videogames
Fortnite
Grand theft auto (older teens)
Call of duty
Sports
Football
Tennis
Rugby
Formula 1
Music
Rock
Distracting?
Rap
Inspirational?
Dance
Motivating?
Girls
Art
Painting
Drawing
Sculpture
Music
Indie-rock
Country
Soothing?
Pop
Energising?
Fashion
Design
Shopping
Modelling
Sports
Netball
Tennis
Football
Hockey
Other
Promoting inclusivity
Pride theming
LGBTQ+ representation
Non gender-specific products
Safety
Online safety
Viruses
Scammers
Cyberbullying
Online awareness
Information governance
Physical safety
Chair/ desk ergonomics
Spinal issues
Posture
Non toxic materials
Function
Mental health issues affecting teenagers
Anxiety
Social
Worries
Stress
Exams
Workload
Depression
Lack of interest
Negative thoughts
Eating disorders
Body image
Over-exercise
Products that ease Stress and anxiety
Oil diffusers
Yoga mats/ meditation
Fidget toys
Journals
Massage chairs
Lighting
Products often used whilst studying
Desks
Chairs
Laptops
Notepads
Drawing boards
Desk organisers