School of Design Informed Consent Form for research participant Title of Study

1. School of Design Informed Consent Form for research participant Title of Study ‘How to design objects with longer life span?’ Description of the broad nature of the research The research that I am working on is based on understanding why certain objects last longer in use then others; ‘Why are objects cherished even after their functionality as passed’ As designers we have a verity of tools to design longer life spans for our objects of conception. The question is what actually makes you (our clients) keep your objects longer, give them the life span you give them (why do you discard your personal objects?)? Will the answers you give me relate to what as designers try to achieve, or will it be entirely different? Will it push us as designers to question our approach to design sustainable conception? The aim of this research is to understand how as designers can we produce ‘better’, longer lasting, and more enjoyable design/objects. I am interested in producing design solutions that will make you (my clients) more attached to my designs, and at the same time design for a more sustainable world (a ‘green’ design approach), where we do not need to change our possessions at every new fashion. Description of the involvement expected of participants including the broad nature of questions to be answered or events to be observed or activities to be undertaken, and the expected time commitment This questionnaire will be conducted as a collection of images and questions. The questions will be relevant to how the consumer feel and relate with the given object. The answers will be a mixture of multiple choices and text format. Information obtained in this study, including this consent form, will be kept strictly confidential (i.e. will not be passed to others) and anonymous (i.e. individual and organisations will not be identified unless this is expressly excluded in the details given above). Data obtained through this research will not be reproduced. It will not be used for purposes other than those outlined above without your permission. Participation is entirely voluntary and participants may withdraw at any time. By signing this consent form, you are indicating that you fully understand the above information and agree to participate in this study on the basis of the above information. Participant’s signature Date: Student’s signature Claudel Arguin Person conducting the research Claudel Programme of study MA Design Email claudeldissertation@gmail.com Answer here Answer here School of Design, Northumbria University, City Campus East Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 8ST

2. ‘How to design objects with longer life span?’ ‘Why do people keep on using certain objects longer then others?’ Research proposal for MA dissertation 3D Design (Industrial/Product Design) University of Northumbria, UK Subject area: Sustainable design Name: Claudel Arguin E-mail: claudeldissertation@gmail.com

3. Information's This section is to help when recording my data. Occupation: Answer here Area of residence: Answer here Nationality: Answer here Do you see value in objects Other then function? Answer here

4. Information's This section is to help understand why you love your objects What makes you want to change (throw away) your personal objects? Answer here What makes an object personal to you? Answer here What makes you cherish (treasure) certain personal objects? Answer here Give an example of an object that makes you happy, and why. Answer here Why would you keep on certain objects when you could a better one? (fills its function better) Answer here

5. Kettle • What do you like about this object’s aesthetic? • What do you dislike about this object’s aesthetic? • Would you buy this object? Why? • How long do you expect this object to last (while expecting no malfunction)? • 0 to 5 months • 5 to 12 months • 1 to 5 years • 5 to 15 years • More then one life time • Other • What do you believe designer could do to increase the life span of kettles? Answer here Answer here Answer here Please highlight the chosen one Assume the following about this object before answering the questions; That this object’s functions as well as it should. This object is sold at a reasonable price. Answer here

6. Lamp • What do you like about this object’s aesthetic? • What do you dislike about this object’s aesthetic? • Would you buy this object? Why? • How long do you expect this object to last (while expecting no malfunction)? • 0 to 5 months • 5 to 12 months • 1 to 5 years • 5 to 15 years • More then one life time • Other • What do you believe designer could do to increase the life span of lamps? Answer here Note: This lamp is constructed from two slim aluminum parts, equipped with a PC board and touch-wheel control that allows you to change the color and intensity of the light. Answer here Answer here Please highlight the chosen one Assume the following about this object before answering the questions; That this object’s functions as well as it should. This object is sold at a reasonable price. Answer here

7. Toaster • What do you like about this object’s aesthetic? • What do you dislike about this object’s aesthetic? • Would you buy this object? Why? • How long do you expect this object to last (while expecting no malfunction)? • 0 to 5 months • 5 to 12 months • 1 to 5 years • 5 to 15 years • More then one life time • Other • What do you believe designer could do to increase the life span of toasters? Answer here Note: The toasts glide through a heater. The availability of toasting levels is similar to available toasters on the market. This toaster is made from ceramic Answer here Answer here Please highlight the chosen one Assume the following about this object before answering the questions; That this object’s functions as well as it should. This object is sold at a reasonable price. Answer here

8. Coffee maker • What do you like about this object’s aesthetic? • What do you dislike about this object’s aesthetic? • Would you buy this object? Why? • How long do you expect this object to last (while expecting no malfunction)? • 0 to 5 months • 5 to 12 months • 1 to 5 years • 5 to 15 years • More then one life time • Other • What do you believe designer could do to increase the life span of coffee makers? Answer here Assume the following about this object before answering the questions; That this object’s functions as well as it should. This object is sold at a reasonable price. Answer here Answer here Please highlight the chosen one Answer here

9. Bicycle • What do you like about this object’s aesthetic? • What do you dislike about this object’s aesthetic? • Would you buy this object? Why? • How long do you expect this object to last (while expecting no malfunction)? • 0 to 5 months • 5 to 12 months • 1 to 5 years • 5 to 15 years • More then one life time • Other • What do you believe designer could do to increase the life span of bycicles? Answer here Answer here Answer here Please highlight the chosen one Assume the following about this object before answering the questions; That this object’s functions as well as it should. This object is sold at a reasonable price. Answer here

10. Radio • What do you like about this object’s aesthetic? • What do you dislike about this object’s aesthetic? • Would you buy this object? Why? • How long do you expect this object to last (while expecting no malfunction)? • 0 to 5 months • 5 to 12 months • 1 to 5 years • 5 to 15 years • More then one life time • Other • What do you believe designer could do to increase the life span of radios? Answer here Answer here Note: A dynamo charging radio. Answer here Please highlight the chosen one Assume the following about this object before answering the questions; That this object’s functions as well as it should. This object is sold at a reasonable price. Answer here

11. Kettle • What do you like about this object’s aesthetic? • What do you dislike about this object’s aesthetic? • Would you buy this object? Why? • How long do you expect this object to last (while expecting no malfunction)? • 0 to 5 months • 5 to 12 months • 1 to 5 years • 5 to 15 years • More then one life time • Other • What do you believe designer could do to increase the life span of kettles? Answer here Answer here Note: An electrical wire-free kettle. Answer here Please highlight the chosen one Assume the following about this object before answering the questions; That this object’s functions as well as it should. This object is sold at a reasonable price. Answer here

12. Lamp • What do you like about this object’s aesthetic? • What do you dislike about this object’s aesthetic? • Would you buy this object? Why? • How long do you expect this object to last (while expecting no malfunction)? • 0 to 5 months • 5 to 12 months • 1 to 5 years • 5 to 15 years • More then one life time • Other • What do you believe designer could do to increase the life span of lamp? Answer here Answer here Note: A simple constructed reading lamp. Answer here Please highlight the chosen one Assume the following about this object before answering the questions; That this object’s functions as well as it should. This object is sold at a reasonable price. Answer here

13. Toaster • What do you like about this object’s aesthetic? • What do you dislike about this object’s aesthetic? • Would you buy this object? Why? • How long do you expect this object to last (while expecting no malfunction)? • 0 to 5 months • 5 to 12 months • 1 to 5 years • 5 to 15 years • More then one life time • Other • What do you believe designer could do to increase the life span of toaster? Answer here Answer here Note: This toaster has two glass windows Answer here Please highlight the chosen one Assume the following about this object before answering the questions; That this object’s functions as well as it should. This object is sold at a reasonable price. Answer here

14. Coffee maker • What do you like about this object’s aesthetic? • What do you dislike about this object’s aesthetic? • Would you buy this object? Why? • How long do you expect this object to last (while expecting no malfunction)? • 0 to 5 months • 5 to 12 months • 1 to 5 years • 5 to 15 years • More then one life time • Other • What do you believe designer could do to increase the life span of coffee makers? Answer here Answer here Answer here Please highlight the chosen one Assume the following about this object before answering the questions; That this object’s functions as well as it should. This object is sold at a reasonable price. Answer here

15. Bicycle • What do you like about this object’s aesthetic? • What do you dislike about this object’s aesthetic? • Would you buy this object? Why? • How long do you expect this object to last (while expecting no malfunction)? • 0 to 5 months • 5 to 12 months • 1 to 5 years • 5 to 15 years • More then one life time • Other • What do you believe designer could do to increase the life span of bicycle? Answer here Answer here Note: This bicycle is made from bamboo Answer here Please highlight the chosen one Assume the following about this object before answering the questions; That this object’s functions as well as it should. This object is sold at a reasonable price. Answer here

16. Radio • What do you like about this object’s aesthetic? • What do you dislike about this object’s aesthetic? • Would you buy this object? Why? • How long do you expect this object to last (while expecting no malfunction)? • 0 to 5 months • 5 to 12 months • 1 to 5 years • 5 to 15 years • More then one life time • Other • What do you believe designer could do to increase the life span of radios? Answer here Note: This radio is made from steel Answer here Answer here Please highlight the chosen one Assume the following about this object before answering the questions; That this object’s functions as well as it should. This object is sold at a reasonable price. Answer here

17. Extra Information's This section is optional What in your opinion makes an object more valuable, what incites you to keep certain objects for longer then others? Answer here Any comments for the people that design your everyday objects? Answer here Please give an address to contact if you desire to be part of the second stage of this research. In the second stage I will present three concept designs, based on your answers to the questions asked in this questionnaire. This second stage will be to see if by using the tools that designers have and what you as clients desire can we create products that will have a longer life span. Answer here