Abstract

This thesis project is to design a philosophy to create mindfulness in the user of an object. To exemplify the philosophy, the secondary goal is to design objects with these attributes. Objects that encourage mindfulness will be meaningful to the user. Meaningful objects will increase the enjoyment of everyday life. Research on psychology, cultural anthropology, brain function, Taoism, and Zen Buddhism help form the philosophy. The design philosophy developed consists of three criteria that when met will make an object encourage mindfulness in its user. The objects designed are a 5 Inch Utility Knife, a Hemisphere Mixing Bowl, and a 4 Piece Cutting Board.

Library of Congress Subject Headings

Kitchen utensils--Design; Design--Philosophy; Design--Psychological aspects

Publication Date

9-28-2009

Document Type

Thesis

Department, Program, or Center

School of Design (CIAS)

Advisor

Rickel, Stan

Advisor/Committee Member

Suits, David

Comments

Note: imported from RIT’s Digital Media Library running on DSpace to RIT Scholar Works. Physical copy available through RIT's The Wallace Library at: TX656 .C44 2009

Campus

RIT – Main Campus

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