DOMINANT, SUB-DOMINANT and SUBORDINATE

TASK:

Create 15 solid models using foam. The model needed to be split into three sections, Dominant, Sub-dominant and Subordinate.

Dominant: The main section of the model, usually the biggest section.

Sub-Dominant: The second most prominent section.

Subordinate: The most minimal and least obtrusive section.

EXAMPLE:

15 Foam Models:

When creating my models I wanted to stick to the brief and only use three main sections. I played around with different sizes of shapes and ways of connection each section. I experimented with different techniques such as having the subdominant section extruding through the dominant shape, and having the subordinate shape hanging off the edge of the model.

MASS STUDY/CAMERA:

The next task was to “explore and then make a form study suggestive of a compact camera” out of gold foam.

For my camera design I wanted to keep it simple, to ensure that the three sections (Dominant, Sub-dominant and subordinate).

The inspiration for my camera design came from the style of a T.V remote. I wanted my camera to be light and easy to handle, perfect size to be carried around in the users hand. The style of remote that I was interested in was one with clean rounded edges, and minimal detail, giving a smooth look to the final design.

My main inspiration was the “apple tv” remote. This design is very discreet with its small size and lack of buttons. I personally like the metal material and curved edges.

Inspiration Images:

CAMERA DESIGN SKETCH MODELS:

FINAL DESIGN:

For my final design I wanted to play around with features that made my camera design unique. I designed a screen style that tilts out from the camera body, to give ease for the user when taking a held held image at a low or high angle. The This features makes it so the user doesn’t have to hassle of carrying around a tripod when taking photos out and about. The tilted screen takes up the entire backside of the camera to give a wide, clear viewing space. I sanded down the edges to give a smooth outcome, similar to the style of a remote.