3.2 Specialist design principles

• Functionality: application of use, ease of working.

• Aesthetics: surface finish, texture and colour.

• Environmental factors: recyclable or reused materials.

• Availability: ease of sourcing and purchase.

• Cost: bulk buying.

• Social factors: social responsibility.

• Cultural factors: sensitive to cultural influences.

• Ethical factors: purchased from ethical sources such as FSC.

WORK THROUGH EACH LINK BELOW:

SELECTING TIMBERS

SELECTING METALS

SELECTING POLYMERS

SELECTING PAPER & BOARDS

SELECTING TEXTILES

MATHS & SCIENCE

• Calculation of material costs.

• Selection and use of materials considering end of life disposal.