Talking Points:
Reminders:
Final studio project was a garment that would protect the wearer from psychological effects of mobile technology.
Design aspects that prevent user from utilizing technology
no easy pocket access
soft fabric, to comfort wearer
Final Seminar Paper was investigating question “What are designers protecting us from”?
Thesis: Designers are protecting us from the psychological harm caused by information intake overload.
conclusion: Designers arent interested in the eradication of technology so much as limiting its use.
Explanation of studies showing social media has negative psychological effects
Discussion of what the design of the apple watch suggests Apple thinks of the iphone.
Explanation of the work of other designers who are investigating this field.
Why I was interested in this project…
I decided to do my final studio project based more on emotions i didnt understand. Seminar helped me figure out why i wanted to make this garment, and studio in turn helped me sympathize with the fashion designers who are trying to protect us from our technology.
