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Functionality and aesthetics

Understand form and function through biomimicry

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  • Lesson 1 Product comparison - Form vs function
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  • Lesson 2 Natural structures and systems
  • Lesson 3 Finding and using geometric shapes in nature 
  • Lesson 4 Organic architecture
  • Lesson 5 Constructing naturally inspired forms
  • Lesson 6 Presentation of ideas and concepts

There are 6 worksheets, homework tasks and an assessment in this unit.

Summary

Deliver a series of theory-based lessons culminating in the creation and presentation of pupils’ own naturally inspired forms.

Form and function are brought to life through a series of lessons which look at the roles that nature plays in the design of the built environment. Students are encouraged to find inspiration from natural forms to stimulate design proposals, creating both drawn and physical outcomes. Biomimicry is used to convey theory based on science, mathematics and art. The use of digital media is encouraged throughout to assist folio generation and to present a proposal for further evaluation. 

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The currently available units have been written to satisfy the new National Curriculum for Design and Technology. They are designed for teaching at KS3 but individual lessons in some units may also be appropriate for teaching Key Stages 2 or 4, particularly where Year 10 students may not previously have been exposed to certain topics.

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What people say...

Excellent resources and good to know they can be easily adapted/customised to your school. Very thorough with levelling and easy to understand especially for new 2014 curriculum.

Jamie Booth. Head of Department, St Michael's Prep School

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Inside the Unit...

  • Download Free Sample 8.1mb

    Areas Covered

    • Lesson 1 Product comparison - Form vs function
    • Download sample lesson above
    • Lesson 2 Natural structures and systems
    • Lesson 3 Finding and using geometric shapes in nature 
    • Lesson 4 Organic architecture
    • Lesson 5 Constructing naturally inspired forms
    • Lesson 6 Presentation of ideas and concepts

    There are 6 worksheets, homework tasks and an assessment in this unit.

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