Ideas

You should do FOUR ideas - that's two per sheet.

Label each idea with FIVE labels.

Try to ask FIVE questions about each label . Then list some possible answers. Do not answer the questions yet.

Example of a label and questions:-

Door -

  1. What material could be used? - Oak, beech, Iroko, MDF, Plywood, Acrylic sheet.
  2. What colour could it be? - Natural, Varnished, bright colours, subdued colours, patterned.
  3. What size/shape should it be? - Rectangular, organic, irregular, rounded.
  4. How should it open? - Hinged at the side, top/bottom, removable, reversible, lift off.
  5. How will it be made? One piece. panelled, routered edge, CNC or laser cut.

Additional questions that you may be able to use for a range of labels and projects

Can CNC be used?

Which joints are suitable for this corner?

How can this be made stronger?

How can this be made more comfortable to use (ERGONOMIC) ?

How can this part be made safer?

Can a JIG be used to make this part?

Can this part be bought in?

What fixings can be used to join this part on?