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Good Design is about subtraction and reduction:IAR 212
The establishment of software in the design world has allowed for people to communicate more efficiently, as well as making the process of design easier and faster. Computer programs related to architecture and design were introduced in the 1970’s but in need since the ancient times.
Starting in universities, the computer allowed architecture students to expand their knowledge of design. It then expanded into firms and businesses as a way to advance their product. CAD software allowed not only a greater outcome of work in the design business, but for architects to experiment and use different sources for the design process.
Computing in design has enabled designers to provide a clearer idea to clients, and communicate ideas through plans and elevations. As designers it is important not to place reliance on this software, but use it as a helpful component of the design process and presentation.
In the future, CAD programs will most likely continue to be updated allowing designers to become dependent on the computer rather than allowing their own abilities to be important.
All the images above are process pictures for my Shelter Bus. The shelter bus is a bus for four relief workers to stay, and a place that will hopefully help out the community as well. I changed my mind over five times on the design of my bus because I felt my concept wasn't strong enough with the design. I needed to make the concept be a reflection of the overall design of my bus. First, I had a very plain bus design (from the top images) that was supposed to reflect "gravity" then I changed to a rotating bus that involved the concept of rotation, and then finally I came to the idea of Lustre. Most of the images above show my process of drawing on trashpaper, on the back of random pieces of paper, and also making little sketch models to help me become inspired with a good design.
These last images are the final product. The bus transforms outward (like my concept of lustre) and all the materials used reflect the idea of lustre as well.
