Grade 7 Design Concepts

What does appropriateness of product design refer to?

• Color of the product

• Price of the product

• Brand popularity

• Alignment with user needs and preferences

Name one principle of design commonly used in product design.

• Balance

• Proportion

• Emphasis

• Color

How does color theory influence product design?

• Product design is solely based on personal preference

• Color theory only influences fashion design, not product design

• Color theory influences product design through guiding color selection based on psychological impact, cultural associations, and visual harmony.

• Color theory has no impact on product design

What is pattern drafting and why is it important in design?

• Pattern drafting is only used for basic designs and not necessary for complex garments.

• Pattern drafting is essential in design as it serves as the foundation for creating custom-fitted garments.

• Pattern drafting is primarily used for men's clothing and not relevant for women's fashion.

• Pattern drafting is a time-consuming process that can be skipped in modern design.

Explain the concept of unisex shorts design.

• Unisex shorts design is limited to specific age groups.

• Unisex shorts design focuses on extreme colors and patterns.

• Unisex shorts design involves creating shorts that can be worn by individuals of any gender.

• Unisex shorts design is only suitable for women.

In Grade 7 design curriculum, what are students expected to learn about product design?

• Ancient history of product design

• Cooking techniques

• Product design principles, ideation, prototyping, materials, manufacturing processes, and user-centered design.

• Advanced calculus principles

How can you ensure a product design is appropriate for its intended use?

• Conduct user research, create user personas, involve end-users, perform usability testing, iterate based on feedback, adhere to standards and regulations.

• Ignore user feedback

• Disregard standards and regulations

• Skip usability testing

List three principles of design and provide a brief explanation for each.

• Balance, Contrast, Emphasis

• Proportion

• Rhythm

• Unity

Why is understanding color theory crucial for designers?

• Designers can rely solely on personal color preferences

• Color theory helps designers create visually appealing designs, establish harmony, convey messages effectively, evoke emotions, and ensure accessibility for all users.

• Color theory limits designers' creativity

• Understanding color theory is irrelevant for designers

What are the key steps involved in pattern drafting for making unisex shorts?

• The key steps involved in pattern drafting for making unisex shorts include taking body measurements, creating a basic block pattern, modifying the block pattern to the desired style and fit, adding seam allowances, cutting the fabric, and sewing the pieces together.

• Creating a pattern without considering the desired style and fit

• Skipping body measurements and using a standard size chart instead

• Sewing the pieces together before adding seam allowances