Week 5-8

 Week 5: TEXTFUSEUM


In Week 5, we started a new assignment to design a digital museum centred on sustainable textiles in fashion. Our client, Nanotextile, shared his vision for the project, titled 'TEXTFUSEUM' including insights on fast fashion, consumer behaviour, and sustainable fashion trends. He outlined the goals, functions, and concepts for various sections of the museum.

Our lecturer also introduced us to the design process, emphasizing the importance of gathering detailed information, understanding the client's objectives, and pinpointing the target audience. We were encouraged to explore case studies to spark ideas and guide our brainstorming for the digital museum project on sustainable textiles.


Week 6: Museum Project & UX Research


In Week 6, our assignment was to prepare a PowerPoint presentation focusing on a case study of a selected museum project. We were required to research various aspects, including design elements, spatial layout, materials used, and especially the interactive technologies featured in the museum. I chose the Cleveland Museum of Art! It was very fun researching about the museum and it certainly gave me tons of ideas on what my TEXTFUSEUM could be.

Our lecturer introduced us to user experience research. We learned what it is, how to conduct it, and the different methods available, including their advantages and drawbacks. User experience research involves understanding user behaviours, needs, and attitudes through feedback. The session provided a detailed guide, starting with defining research goals, selecting methods like qualitative or quantitative approaches, finding participants, and carrying out the research through interviews, surveys, and other techniques.

Understanding the pros and cons of each method helped me choose the best approach for my digital museum project. Additionally, the lecturer’s examples on avoiding leading questions were valuable for crafting effective questions for my Google Form about sustainable textiles in fashion.

Our task was to collect responses from 50 participants using our Google Form. This survey aimed to gather insights into public awareness and behaviour concerning sustainable fashion, which is essential for tailoring the digital museum to better meet the needs of our target audience.


Week 7: Form, Space, Openings, Circulation


In Week 7, our lecturer introduced us to the concepts of form, space, openings, and circulation. I encountered several new terms and ideas, such as elevated and depressed planes and how they are used in interior design. We explored different wall arrangements, including U-shaped, parallel, and L-shaped configurations, which sparked new ideas for me. I was particularly intrigued by how openings in planes can let light through, creating various effects.

I also found the different path configurations—linear, radial, spiral, grid, network, and composite—fascinating due to their impact on overall design. This lesson provided valuable insights and inspired me to pay closer attention to interior design in my environment.


Week 8: Spatial Relations & Planning Strategies


In Week 8, our lecture centred on spatial relationships and planning strategies. We examined different space arrangements, building on concepts from earlier lessons. Designing the layout for my museum was challenging, as I experimented with various designs to find the best configuration. Creating effective spatial compositions required careful consideration of each space within the museum.

This lesson highlighted how spatial arrangements can affect a museum's experience and functionality. By exploring different planning strategies, I learned to create layouts that are both functional and visually appealing. The guidance on applying design elements and principles was instrumental in refining my approach. This deeper understanding allowed me to develop a more cohesive and aesthetically pleasing layout for the digital museum.


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