Samantha Chen

With Dieter Rams’ 10 Principles of Good Design, good design includes being innovative, long-lasting, purposeful, aesthetic, etc. Looking at the work of designers over the last two weeks such as Phillips Starck and James Dyson, many of their products fit the 10 Principles of Good Design. Dyson products are functional, especially in their line of … Continue reading Dieter Rams’ Principles of Design Discussion – Week 5

A Dyson product I liked was the Supersonic hair dryer. The design of it is minimalist and sleek, giving a modern look to normal, clunky hairdryers. The detachable pieces also leave a very simple body. Another Dyson product I enjoyed was the Hot + Cold Air Purifier and Humidifier PH03. For the same reasons as … Continue reading Dyson

When peeling oranges, I find that my hands are left with a strong orange smell that doesn’t go away. I’m not only left with the smell, but also stickiness from the juice. I also find that pulp and peel easily get under my nails. My solution to this problem is a glove that has metal … Continue reading Problem Definition and Research

VM Proposal

The memory I chose for the assignment was when my friends and I gathered at a nearby park after an event for the graduating high school seniors. I wanted to convey the feelings at the moment.The overall feeling at the moment was sadness because we did not want to leave each other as we parted … Continue reading Memory Soundscape Blog Post

What is the significance of the authenticity and representation of the truth in the media that you consume on a daily basis? What is the role of a live broadcast? Authenticity and representation of the truth in the media that I consume on a daily basis creates a sense of reassurance. While often an incorrect … Continue reading The Uncertainty of Documentarism by Hito Steyerl

I incorporated cigarettes into my diptych project, because I was inspired by the smoking culture in China. Specifically, the reliance that people have on cigarettes. The two paired images convey a contrast as the cigarettes are illuminated and depict a brighter setting. In staging and photographing, I walked the streets near the Jinqiao dorms to … Continue reading Sam Chen: The Effect of Cigarettes on China