Course schedule
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Wed, Sep 10: Introduction
Wed, Sep 17: Signs
Wed, Sep 24: Codes
Wed, Oct 01: Codes 2
Wed, Oct 08: Sign/Code/Myth
Wed, Oct 15: Applying codes
Wed, Oct 22: Rhetoric
Wed, Oct 29 : Semiotics of place
Wed, Nov 05: Design languages and systems
Wed, Nov 12: NSCAD Closed - no class
Wed, Nov 19: Metaphor
Wed, Nov 26: Interface
Wed, Dec 03: Built environment
Wed, Dec 10: Applied semiotics
Wed, Dec 17: Wrapup
Wed, Nov 19
DSGN 3100: Metaphor
Today's objectives
- Rhetorical tropes and schemes
- Communication theory
Presentations
Agenda
Product metaphors
Interface and metaphors
Pattern Languages
Readings:
Required readings for next class:
- Dieter Rams' Design Manifesto.
- Metaphors We Live By (excerpt on Brightspace)
- One coffee cup a day.
- An example of similar speculative design, https://www.theuncomfortable.com
Expect a short quiz.