Three-Dimensional Design: Areas of Study Orientation
The areas of study within three-dimensional design, and how a portfolio responds to a brief for a chosen audience.
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Three-dimensional design
Three-dimensional design is the design of objects, spaces and environments to meet a brief for an audience. A designer chooses an area of study to focus on, from product design to architectural design.
Words for the brief
Learn these four terms before you explore the areas of study.
Two areas compared
Different areas of study produce different outcomes.
Every choice answers the brief
To reach the top grades, tie every design choice to the brief and the audience, then explain how the object or space works for the user. Note that sculpture is shared with Fine Art.
Match the area to its outcome
- product design
- interior design
- architectural design
- ceramics
- objects designed to be made and used
- the inside of rooms and spaces
- buildings and structures
- objects made from fired clay
Match the term to its meaning
- three-dimensional design
- brief
- audience
- exhibition design
- designing objects, spaces and environments
- the requirements set by a client
- the users a design is aimed at
- the layout of a display or stand
What is an area of study?
Which description best fits an area of study in three-dimensional design?
- A distinct field of design a designer can focus on.
- The client who pays for the design.
- A single type of material.
- One technique, such as casting.
Which are 3D areas?
Select the TWO three-dimensional design areas of study.
- Product design.
- Architectural design.
- Advertising posters.
- Textile weaving.
Order the design process
Put the design process in order, first step first.
- Read the brief
- Research the audience
- Develop and model ideas
- Produce the final piece
Summarise the workflow
A designer works from a _____ for a chosen _____. Areas of study include _____ for objects and _____ for buildings. Every design should suit the _____.
Count the objectives
A three-dimensional design portfolio is marked against the assessment objectives numbered AO1 to AO4. How many assessment objectives are there?
Spot the 3D areas
Tap the TWO three-dimensional design areas of study.
- product design
- advertising
- ceramics
- textile weaving
- typography
Which area fits the task?
Match each task to its three-dimensional design area of study.
- A new chair to be manufactured for offices
- The layout and decoration of a hotel lobby
- A design for a new library building
Respond to a brief
Explain how you would respond to a three-dimensional design brief for a new product. Refer to the brief, the audience and at least one area of study.
- Explain what the brief and audience tell you
- Name at least one area of study you would use
- Explain how your design suits the user