Difference between functional and aesthetic value of design.

Aesthetic vs Functional Designs

The difference between aesthetic and functional designs are briefly explained below to help
you make an informed decision regarding the appropriate section for your specific design. In
both cases, a design can only be valid upon registration if there was no information
disclosed about it prior to the application filing date.

Aesthetic Designs
When it comes to an aesthetic design, the shape, pattern, ornamentation and configuration
of the article must meet the requirements for an aesthetic design. The design is based on
features that apply to visual appeal whether the features have specific aesthetic value or
not. For an aesthetic design the requirement is that it must be original and new.

1. Shape, configuration or ornamentation

2. Produce by an industrial process

Functional Designs
When it comes to a functional design, the pattern, shape or configuration is assessed based
on the article having the features necessitated by its function. A functional design must not
be commonplace in art and it must be new.

1. Shape or configuration for function

2. Produce by an industrial process
Steps of Design Process
The Design Process is an approach for breaking down a large project into manageable
chunks. Architects, engineers, scientists, and other thinkers use the design process to solve
a variety of problems. Use this process to define the steps needed to tackle each project,
and remember to hold to all of your ideas and sketches throughout the process.

THE DESIGN PROCESS CONSISTS OF 6 STEPS:

1. Define the Problem

You can’t find a solution until you have a clear idea of what the problem is.

2. Collect Information

Collect sketches, take photographs and gather data to start giving you inspiration.

3. Brainstorm and Analyze Ideas

Begin to sketch, make, and study so you can start to understand how all the data and
information you’ve collected may impact your design.

4. Develop Solutions

Take your preliminary ideas and form multiple small-scale design solutions.

5. Gather Feedback

Present your ideas to as many people as possible: friends, teachers, professionals, and any
others you trust to give insightful comments.

6. Improve

Reflect on all of your feedback and decide if or to what extent it should be incorporated. It is
often helpful to take solutions back through the Design Process to refine and clarify them.
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