Cupboard Mock up

What is the purpose of making mock-up?

• Mock up is constructed so that the designer could test if it works well and looks good

• Factors to consider are– Function– Aesthetics– Ergonomics– Construction

Scale 1:1 mock up

• Can be used to test if it could be used comfortably

Scaled down mock up

• Scaled down mock-up is used to show a concept

• Scale down options– 1:3– 1:6– 1:10

ErgonomicsThe study of user interaction with the product and its environment

• A mannequin can be used to check the size and proportion of a scaled-down design

Function

• To check if the product works wellFor example, a tape can be mounted on the mock up to see if it fits well

Aesthetics

• To study the look at different angles

• To check with the user on the style

Material

Joint and construction

• Use tape to hold on the part temporary

• Use mockup to think if the parts could be joined together when using actual material

Evaluation• Recording of evaluation of mock up with pictures and answers to the

following questions:

• What to evaluate? • What are the good points?• What are the bad points?• What can be improved?• Anticipated problems?

• Flimsy• Cardboard material• Base support is not enough

Joints are not secured enough

• Mock up only prevents cup from spilling if the direction of falling is the same as one of the support

• Can be improved by having a round base instead of 4 stands.

Functionality Test• Test to see if the mock up works as intended.

• Mock up occupies a reasonable amount of space. Can be made smaller so it does not occupy too much of space on the work desk.

• The holding piece can be further rounded to make it more aesthetically pleasing.

Contextual Use• Demonstrate how your model works in the situation it was designed for• For a scale down model involving interaction with humans, use a mannequin