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Abstract

This article explores the evolution and diverse interpretations of ‘design’ throughout history, emphasizing its broader implications beyond mere aesthetics. Initially a verb in the English language during the 1500s, design encompasses a range of activities from thought and planning to the creation and execution of artefacts. The work challenges narrow perceptions, highlighting design’s role across various domains as identified by Terence Love, who views it as a set of instructions for realization. The discourse extends to the discipline of design, asserting that all human activity inherently involves design, thus blurring the distinctions between design and daily life. The article also delves into fashion design, tracing its historical significance and the transition from individual craftsmanship to mass production, and the subsequent rise of different fashion genres. Additionally, the relationship between design and style is scrutinized, noting the influence of societal and cultural factors on fashion. The article concludes with an examination of aesthetics in design, underscoring the essential balance between functionality and visual appeal in successful design outcomes.

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2024-09-11
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