unit summary 5

I think technology helps us understand design as an integrated practice by really bringing design components full circle. Technology is everywhere we look in a space whether that be in a more obvious way like a television or led lighting, or simply the fact that a chair is standing and is capable of holding the weight of someone. Since the subject of technology is so broad, I believe scale really goes hand in hand with the concept. Technology can be present in a very small way such as a light. On the other hand, it can be presented in a very large scale such as structural columns supporting a building. Technology definitely relates back to unit 1 about elements and principles. I think of those as the backbone of design and without them, design would be nothing. As for unit 2, as I touched on before, scale and technology are very closely related. Technology would be nothing without the materials that make it up. Woods, plastics, glass, are just some of the hundreds of materials that are present in technology in design. I believe light and color are sort of the icing on the cake for technology. This is more for aesthetic purposes, but is still very important, bringing the space together. Since, technology is in everything we view I believe designs can be described and analyzed by the understanding of technology. Before this unit, I thought of technology only as gadgets like phones and computers. I have realized everything around me from the way my desk is built to the structure of my windows, technology is all around me. 

The coliseum has been talked about alot through the semester. I think it embodies exactly what we've been talking about and really shows technology along with aspects from the other units. The supportive arches add repetition to the space while adding reinforcement to the building. They also used concrete to build this structure which has made it last a very long time. I believe the Romans used a lot of different types of technology in this project without even realizing it.

the 90

The high ceilings in this space makes it very spacious. Not all the furniture matches which adds a laidback tone to the space. Technology is present in the windows, lighting, and furniture. 

This photo shows a lot of different technology. There is tvs that make it easier for the users to see what is being served. There is also a large grill for the Mongolian section and a very interesting lighting but it is actually ventaliation for the grill. 

This photo captures the heat and cooling vents along with structrual poles for the high ceilings. The way they placed them are not only for stability, but aesthetic purposes.

This shows the large fans that keep the room cool and not stuffy, but have a very modern look. We also see structural columns that almost separate the room in half. Since these photos were taken at night, we can really see the fluorescent lighting along with spotlights.

Here is me with the staircase at the entrance of the 90. I think it is very appealing design wise, but also serves the purpose to get to the second floor classrooms.

My expereince at the 90 was very good. I send a lot of time there and now notice all the technology that is incorporated in the space. There is a heavy use of different types of lines and repetition of colors. There is many types of technology as well whether that be simply in windows or more complex in refrigeration and drink machines.

chairs

This chair is not only for sitting, but also has an appealing look and is also used for storage in a very unique. I don't know how comfortable this could be, but I think it is a very interesting piece to have in a space. 

This chair was supposed to come with an ottoman. I can see how it could be a little bit more comfortable than it actually is with that attached. It is built very interesting and uses only two materials and screws for security. 

This chair comes with the dorm I live in. It is much more comfortable than you would think due to the small curvature on the back.  It is very light and it is very durable and easy to move around. 

technology in material

These new technologies that were discussed in the readings prove that technology is always changing and we are heading in a positive direction. Textiles are changing and could become much more useful with smoke dectors built into curtains and weight adjusting pillows. With the combination of the creativity of the designers and the new technological advancements we are discovering,  the interior design profession will definitely evolve. i think using PVC pipe for structural purposes, if not done correctly, could come out poorly and not last as well as the designer anticipated. As for the advanced textiles, there may have to be batteries involved or some sort of energy source which could be expensive for the user and add additional costs. I think these new products are taking away from the traditional creativity of the interior design profession. I feel like sketching will be less common along with handmade products. 

technology in study

There is a lot of technology in my case study, the Sunar Furniture Showroom, that is strutural but also for aesthetic purposes. As far as  I can tell, there is no natural light and the room relies on artificial lighting. There is also many different ttpes of coluns throughout the space, some I can assume for strutural purposes. There is a table also in the room that uses technology to stand up with the standard four leg design. I also was unable to find a picture of my exterior for my case study. 

technology in light and color

In this day and age, technology is constantly evolving making it easier to complete everyday tasks more cost efficeintly and in a more pleasing way. What really blew me away was the article by Eaton Corporations. I didn't realize there was LED lights could be more energy efficient. I also thought the aesthetics in the hotel were amazing and I couldn't quite imagine getting the same result from just using regualr lights. It was also cool to read for me since Eaton is headquartered 20 minutes away from me and my stepmom is a vice president there. I never quite knew what they did, but now I am a little more educated on the matter. I also thought it was interesting that a company put all their ducting under them. It seems that all these enviromentally conscience inventions are cheaper and more pleasing to the eye. It makes it easier for the designers to create a space with limited complications like the worry of raditors, expensive lighting, etc. 

technology in time

Technology has been present in all three time periods that we have discussed: anicent, national, and modern. It has been a difficult transition for me to adjust my definiton of technolgy that I once had. To me, when I thought about technology, I thought about computers, cell phones, machines that are manufacturing things or devices and prodcuing products. It was really eye opening for me to hear Patrick talk about all the different types of technology throughout the room that we were in while in pence hall. 
That being said, in ancient times, technology was all around them. The pyramids are still a great example of this. The mud bricks used to build the structures are a part of the technology used in the space. Another example of technology in the egyptians used was the way they created the tombs under ground, along with making fake tombs or "booby traps". Truly, the epyptians were ahead of their time and really set the tone for the upcoming generations. 
As for the national era, the style was very cookie cutter and used renditions that designers adopted from  the French and the English. Columns became very popular which were not only for design purposes but also for structural purposes. In this era, the industrial revolution began to emerge as well. This provided new types of tecnology whether that be with transportation or machinery. Without these new advancements, the modern era would be nothing and the styles would not have changed. 
The modern era introduced many new technologies. I believe this happened due to everyone's creaticvity beginning to emerge. Designers stopped thinking about trends and began to try new things in their pieces. Large windows became very popular which was a new technology. Modernism also was big on different shapes and curvatures. I know egg shell chairs were something very new that people never expected to see. It is interesting to view how things have evolved and changed over the decades.