Failure¬— something to be ashamed of, something to try and hide, and something to try and rectify— these are all ideals commonly associated with this word, however, what if it didn’t have to have such a negative connotation? Design Disasters: Great Design, Fabulous Failures, & Lessons Learned, which was edited by Steven Heller seeks to expose failure for what it truly is, a guide for anyone who seeks success. Before analyzing the purpose of the book, it’s vital to defined what failure means to…
architects Jack Lynn (1926- 2013) and Ivor Smith (born 1926). Their design was very ambitious for the era, 1,000 new homes were to be built. The homes were organised as three types of apartments to replace the poor quality terraces. It was said to be the first effective action to remove a community from the horrific and poor terraces. The unique shared walkways were tribute to Le Corbusier’s principle on residential housing design, Unité d'Habitation. In the 1980’s the estate had the status of…
**1:Equitable Use:** The design is useful in a way that it can be used by all members of the public no matter what age, size ability or disability they may have. I have placed Ramps, hand rails to aid those who need extra support whilst standing. Fire safety lifts are available for those who are wheelchair dependant and those who cannot manage stairs in case of a fire **2: Fexibility in Use:** The design accommodates a wide range of individual preferences and abilities. Height adjustable…
religious or sexual preferences. I believe it is important to mention sexual preferences especially today because there is a great number of individuals who hold strong convictions on the subject and I would not want this to interfere with the group process. I would stress the goal of the group is provide support to each individual as to how the illness has affected them and their relationships.…
and is a strong point in the relationship between architecture and community growth. The Glass Loft project (by Front Studio Architects) analyzes the surrounding context to allow for change and provide amenities where desirable. Its attractive design empowers its inhabitants emotionally, spiritually, and economically. Mixed-Use Architecture holds the possibility of bridging an internal-level community with the whole environment, with artists and other residents not only living and…
Collette Dinnigan who is one of the well-known contemporary Australian fashion designers, has been successful in terms of aesthetic appeal, ethical practice and functional considerations in all of her designs. This can be seen through quote by Edwina Mccann, the editor in chief of Vogue Australia, says that “Dinnigan’s sense of adventure, determination and passion have led her to become Australia’s most recognised international fashion star. She is dynamic, inspiring woman and her influence on…
“What is the purpose of life?” (Robinson 59). Your element is your passion and makes your life extra enjoyable. Exploring your options is a great idea because who knows what will happen. Not finding your element isn't ideal because it leads to a happy and complete life. What's the point of trying to find your element? For one, it can lead to having a job that you love. For example, Debbie Allen elements are her careers, "...career in dance, acting, singing, producing, writing, and…
House of Worth to design their morning, afternoon, evening dresses, tea gowns, nightgowns, wedding dresses, masquerade ball, and even stage costumes. I speculate Worth’s success to his competence of making his costumer feel special…
From the lace design to the two zippers right above her hips, I loved the way the dress explored her curves all the way to the center slit complemented by the detailed ruffles. I never really saw myself as someone that was into fashion until that moment. When I saw that dress I admired it to the point that I wanted to begin learning how to make something similar. I wanted and still want to learn the details to all the ins and outs of fashion design and the…
degree, I plan to pursue an MBA to develop my skills in project management. I want to make an impact in people’s lives and because many aspects of our lives involve mechanical engineering, from housing to transportation, I want to pursue this major to build my technology company. Furthermore, because mechanical engineering is a very broad discipline, there will be many job opportunities that I can take, which gives me a bit of flexibility in terms…