APA3705*

Wood practice and theory 5

12 points - 8 studio hours and 16 independent study hours per week - First semester - Caulfield - Prerequisites: APA1701, APA1702, APA2703, APA2704

Objectives On successful completion of this subject, students should acknowledge contemporary issues and topics in design which have informed current wood design; be able to explore current topics which may promote social, political, intellectual and emotional contributions within one's work; have examined refined sculptural sensibilities and their application in creative furniture applications; articulate clearly and coherently the conceptual and aesthetic underpinnings that lead up to the finished work; work confidently to implement highly evolved projects.

Synopsis This subject complements the final subject in the series and extends the conventionality of the discipline through introducing recent and contemporary movements in design in Australia and overseas. 'Memphis', 'Builtmoderne' and facets of postmodernism in architecture are examined within the context of contemporary wood design. Topics such as 'recycling' and 'value added' products are discussed along with emerging new technologies and their application to the medium. Students are expected to have developed the necessary skills to complete major projects which involve all facets of conceiving, designing and production. Emphasis is placed upon the promotion of that promotes concept and form over function involving one or more techniques: joinery and construction, fabrication, carving, turning, lamination and wood bending. At this level of the sequence, students have the technical competence to work independently in the process of their choice. Lectures and individual consultation occur at regular intervals throughout the semester.

Assessment Assigned projects: 70% - Practical work: 30%

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