Interior Design and Aesthetics

Minimum aesthetic and interior design reqnirements can be quickly assessed in the context of a walkthrongh type of analysis covering the following items  

A calming backdrop has been installed to control activities. 

Heavy contract-grade carpets with small random pattern are used. 

Ceilings are lighter than walls, and walls are lighter than floors. 

In general, the selection of finishes, furnishings, and design is suitable for 24-hour operation. 

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Environment (Chapter 13)—Control room environment refers to the prevailing ambient conditions, such as temperature, air quality, lighting, acoustics, vibration, interior design, and aesthetics, that are likely to have an effect on human performance in 24/7 operations. The example shows how measurements were taken on all six of these environmental factors at the workstations in a control room to see if they conformed to BS/EN/ISO 11064-6 (Ergonomic Design of Control Centers Environmental Requirements for Control Centers). 

Where conflicting demands exist between different environmental features (i.e., thermal conditions, air quahty, lighting, acoustics, vibration, and interior design and aesthetics), a balance shall be sought which favors operational needs. To that end, the standard recommends an iterative and multidisciplinary approach to design. 

Figure 13.11 shows the general appearance of the control room environment, pinpointing some of the materials and finishes used. The aesthetic and interior design guidance offered above can be used in a checklist format as shown in Table 13.19. In summary, as far as interior design and aesthetics are concerned, the example control room is broadly compliant with many beneficial features. 

FIGURE 13.11 Overview of the control room environment with aesthetic and interior design features highlighted. 

Technical developments over recent decades mean that synthetic leathers now offer real design alternative to leather offering both technical and aesthetic opportunities. The use of microfibril fibres (Assent et al., 2003, p. 539) and air- and moisture-permeable PU has improved the quality of synthetic leather products. Trade name products such as Clarino, Alcantara, Sofrina, and Lorica are examples of such materials. The improved properties of these materials require a higher market price. The fabrics, therefore, find application in high-end and luxury products. Alcantara, in particular, is used in high-end or luxury domestic, contract, fashion and accessories, automotive, and interior markets. It has visual and textural qualities similar to suede, but is more durable and water and fray resistant (http //nirvanacph.eom/2015/07/ material-month-alcantara/, 2015). Various qualities of Alcantara are produced and... 

Architectural Index. 1950-. Boulder, CO. Electronic database http //www.archindex. com/free/copyright.htm. Free area for years 1982-1988. Also in paper format. Jerry T. Moore, AlA, editor and publisher Ervin J. Bell, AlA, editor and publisher, emeritus. Indexes the following major architectural journals Architecture, Architectural Record, Architectural Review, Builder, Building Design Construction, Interior Design, Journal of Architectural Education, Landscape Architecture, Residential Architect, and The Construction Specifier. Emphasis is on aesthetics rather than engineering. Last updated December 2007. 

Aesthetic considerations play a leading role in a consumer s selection of a product. These will relate to both the visual appearance and touch of the fabric and its relevance to current design trends within interiors. Considerations are likely to include colour, pattern, texture, hand, drapeabUity, and the availability of coordinate products. 

Figure 7. Interior of the Union Carbide headquarters in New York City, designed by the architectural firm of Skidmore, Owings, and Merrill in i960. The headquarters was designed as a total system, down to the pens, ashtray, and address file in the foreground. Women who worked as secretaries were situated in a central space adjacent to the private offices of the men whom they served. Note the straight lines, symmetry, and functional aesthetic. Photograph by Ezra Stolen Esto.

With this new development the aesthetical shortcomings of ABS resins have been resolved giving the part designer another material option for uncovered interior parts. In this paper we also would like to propose guidelines on tool surface design for obtaining an optimal low gloss and scratch and mar performance of an ABS molded-in-color part. 

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