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CR10

As a whole i loved the class. It was an innovative way to present the material and also a very good way to allow students to learn how they want and allows them to learn at their own pace.  Also i think you, Gabe, were an excellent teacher and kept the lectures very interesting.  You brought an energy which many teachers lack and were always invigorating.

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J10

http://lovelaughdesign.blogspot.com/search?updated-max=2011-02-07T09%3A31%3A00-08%3A00&max-results=7

http://j3st3r-blogs.blogspot.com/

http://boournsb.tumblr.com/

http://dsgn200ljc.blogspot.com/

http://zoller3.blogspot.com/

http://alh18.blogspot.com/

Our team as a whole i feel did very well. We worked well together and put together a product i feel was interesting and very innovative.  As a team we also hurdled many speed bumps and were all willing to adapt and change on the fly which made these obstacles very easy to over come.  Also with the absence of one of our team members i felt we all were willing to supply the extra work to accomplish our goals as a team.

I like the project alot but as an individual it added many stressors to my life because of the presence of other projects in other classes.  This is just part of the beast in college and is something everyone has to be willing to adapt to and supply the extra work needed.

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J09

http://lovelaughdesign.blogspot.com/search?updated-max=2011-02-07T09%3A31%3A00-08%3A00&max-results=7

http://j3st3r-blogs.blogspot.com/

http://boournsb.tumblr.com/

http://dsgn200ljc.blogspot.com/

http://zoller3.blogspot.com/

http://alh18.blogspot.com/

Our Project has progressed quite well.  We initially were too into having a mobile freezer which caused us to branch into the outdoor goods market, but as we refined our ideas we created more of a versatile and functional cooler type removable refrigerator which allows the user to take it to themselves.  As an individual I provided research into materials and helped with the packaging and how it related to the product as a whole.  Also we all provided ideas into how the product itself was created and its features.  I feel our project has advanced well but I think as a group we are missing exactly what is wanted from the assignment itself, but I feel like we have embraced a task which in itself is quite rewarding in the fact that we have began to dive into exactly how the design process works.

Research:

1.     Powermat

a.       http://www.powermat.com/us/how-it-works/

b.      Investigation into the industrial uses of the powermat technology used in wireless power transmission

2.     Efficiency Research

a.       http://oee.nrcan.gc.ca/residential/business/manufacturers/quick-facts-refrigerator-freezers.cfm?attr=12

b.      Looking into the efficiencies of the standard refrigerator and freezer

3.     Cooler Efficiency

a.       http://www.engel-usa.com/PS0908_BigCoolers_reprint0808_WEB.pdf

b.      Comparison between different brands of coolers and their efficiency with respect to price and materials

4.     Cooler Coverings

a.       http://www.4x4review.com/Features/NewProducts/CoolerCoolers/tabid/378/Default.aspx

b.      Comparison of the surface types and covering and how they affect the efficiencies of coolers and other appliances

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RR08

In chapters 9 and 10 Heskett emphasizes how your product can be effected as how it is and needs to be perceived.  Our perception of a product may in fact control the way our design process is effected.  It can effect the features, the packaging and the general campaign for its sales related propaganda.  Its context and realization of that context is one of the most important parts of design and its success.

PACMAN

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J08

http://lovelaughdesign.blogspot.com/search?updated-max=2011-02-07T09%3A31%3A00-08%3A00&max-results=7

http://j3st3r-blogs.blogspot.com/

http://boournsb.tumblr.com/

http://dsgn200ljc.blogspot.com/

http://zoller3.blogspot.com/

http://alh18.blogspot.com/

Our project so far has progressed rapidly. In the first session we basically settled on an idea and began to progress it quickly.  Our idea of the refrigerator with the detachable freezer seemed to gel both with the indoor good and the adventurous nature of the user themselves.  Although only four of the group was present both days with the addition of Allison on Wens. we got a significant amount of work done.  We have a general plan for the fridge and a lay out of the craft show booth of which everyone has worked on

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J08

http://lovelaughdesign.blogspot.com/search?updated-max=2011-02-07T09%3A31%3A00-08%3A00&max-results=7

http://j3st3r-blogs.blogspot.com/

http://boournsb.tumblr.com/

http://dsgn200ljc.blogspot.com/

http://zoller3.blogspot.com/

http://alh18.blogspot.com/

Our project so far has progressed rapidly. In the first session we basically settled on an idea and began to progress it quickly.  Our idea of the refrigerator with the detachable freezer seemed to gel both with the indoor good and the adventurous nature of the user themselves.  Although only four of the group was present both days with the addition of Allison on Wens. we got a significant amount of work done.  We have a general plan for the fridge and a lay out of the craft show booth of which everyone has worked on

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Outdoor:

http://www.gandermountain.com/

http://www.coleman.com/

http://www.rei.com/

http://www.campmor.com/

http://www.theoutdoorsource.com/cgi-bin/commerce.cgi?display=home

Indoor:

http://www.acehardware.com/category/index.jsp?categoryId=2626064

http://www.waterloogardens.com/products/indoor-decor

http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/chicago/on-sale-10-places-to-find-discounted-indooroutdoor-furniture-shoppers-guide-125573

http://www.lehmans.com/store/Home_Goods___Furniture___Indoor_Furniture___Cast_Implement_Seats___247?Args=/

http://www.hildreths.com/furniture.html

An indoor good is something that supplies comfort, and allows the user to relax,  Based on the softer lines and nature of the product.

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RR07

As designers we must take note from the environment in the chapters he often states that many different environments and systems are self replenishing. As designers we can use these systems as examples creating many different systems which can be self sustaining.  As we become less invasive we become more eco-friendly and create a self sustaining and replenishing society. 

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CR07

The visit from the guys at COBEGO was very interesting. It was good to get insight into how the industry works and advise from people who have already gone through the process and came out successful.  They were very helpful and quite knowledgeable.  Their presentation really was interesting and how their backgrounds affected their work was helpful in seeing how I can be innovative myself given my background.

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Source 1: Why do we need eco design? -- Youtube

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EMasgfo1BdA&feature=related

This video basically exposes how we as consumers and designers are beginning to ruin the environment.  It highlights the most urgent issues that could be addressed through designing ecofriendly products.

Source 2: Green Office Design -- Youtube

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=80Gf4zUU2EM

The video shows ways in which building effect the environment and way in which you can minimize your effect on the environment.  Buildings and offices can get LEED certification which can effect taxes and other awards.  The show their involvement in education and the importance of green and sustainable design.

Source 3: Green by Design -- Youtube

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YAGgrTlePW8

Two individuals look into different companies who look at problems which effect their lives.  The all address energy issues and how we effect the environment.  They also help to address these issues and want to help educate to help eliminate our misuse of the environment.

Source 4: Worlds Tallest Building Looks to Leading Green-Tech Design

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jrCMNJJwJto

The video focuses on how the Taiwanese government has instituted different green technologies can cut down in the buildings emissions which negatively effect the environment in many different ways.  Also if highlights the fact if more countries adopted the policy and support different technologies that the emissions of the collective would be drastically reduced.

Source 5: What Would nature do here?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cz-GmrVCkM4

The video talks about nature and bio-mimicry.  It state how we could revolve our design around things nature has shown us and take notes and hints in sustainable design from nature and our environment.

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CR06

The Rip! Remix manifesto was quite interesting.  It is hard to realize how we effect the laws and that also, we can effect things through our designs and choice of pattens or copyrights how easily they can be accessed to help the greater good.  Also it opened my eyes to at times the hypocritical nature of some industries.  The music industry is allowed to "sample" other beats and even lyrics from other songs yet is unwilling to allow their beats and lyrics to be formed into what many see as a new song. 

PACMAN

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RR06

As designers we must always take into account how we function with and through the environment.  We must realize that our designs have effects on the environment.  We must look for ways to limit and in some cases reverse our grotesque over use of natural resources and allow nature to rebound from our misuse of its gifts.

PAC MAN

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J05

The grocery store

1. Why aren't there more of the smaller carts?

2. Alcohol is near the entrance

3. Are drinks near the chips on perpose

4. fresh meat is near the entrance? seems dumb to me

5. cereal near diapers? and baby food?

6. why isn't canned soups with premade meals?

7. why is breakfast food last?

8. refridgerated food is near start while frozen is last..why?

9. why isn't perishable food items last?

10. why are the kids toys hung so high if they are targeting kids?

11. why not organize more by brand?

12. heavy things with noone to assist

13. why do they stop carrying certain items

14. florist section always tucked in an obscure corner

15. the sale items tend to be in the end of isles after their original isle

16. No american food type

17. mexican foods mostly green and red labels

18. I feel more comfortable buying food with pictures of it on the front

19. why do they not put drink mixes in with the drinks

20. ice is after the checkout

21. why not put small snacks first so shopper is most hungry?

22. recycleable water gallons are all dirty

23. McCormick spices aren't near other spices

24. Ramen noodles aren't with other asain premade noodles

25. Torillas are in 2 places

26. OJ isn't near the Milk

27. breakfast food are generally located near end

28. alcohol seems to be in a segregated section

29. season sections tend to be first.

30. larger items such as bottled water are first when your cart is empty

31. bread and eggs near end because they are fragile

32. cart collectors seem to be inconvenient

33. propane at Giant Eagle is hidden by a brick wall

34. Ramp for carts and handicapped is out of the way

35. employees rarely help

36.Pop is in 3 different locations

37. self-checkout seems to always need help

38. V8 isn't with other drinks

39. when restocking the shelves the isles is almost blocked

40. why didn't the road designer make the entrance to giant eagle more accessible for all? traffic issues

41. why would you buy from the pop machines outside instead of buying in the store

42. benches just outside the door causes smokers to gather before entry

43. Alcohol right next to florist...coincidence?

44. baskets are semi-hidden in Giant Eagle

45. Deli glass is very hard to read through

46. why is fragile bakery items picked up first?

47. why don't the label the isles after the freezer section?

48. pharmacy has taken over the front of the store cause traffic issues within the store

49. employees are rarely in the customer service section

50. magazines in line for the long waits.

PACMAN

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RR05

In the introduction McDonough stresses the importance of sustainability and how our designs affect the world.  Also it stresses how previous designs didn't take that into account and how it does affect the world and the negatives it causes.  As designers we must take this into account and design for the environment not to be affected or affected minimally.

PACMAN

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CR05

This past week has been very interesting.  The presentation on sustainable design and green design has struck a chord with me because as a industrial designer and mechanical engineer I must focus on how I can have an effect or lack there of on the environment through my design.