Specification
point
Function
Material
Cost
Criteria
Justification
The product is for storing tools. The top of the cabinet
I have come to understand from the 5 tool cabinets I analysed
can be used to either to store tools or work as a work
as part of primary research how their functions worked and to
bench.
come up with 6 ideas matching the design brief.
My product must be made of pine wood however it can
The materials should be not expansive and exceed my budget
be can be made stronger with some other materials such
and I should be able to work with them easily with the
as cold rolled steel on the sides of the cabinet
knowledge acquired from school classes.
My budget for this product is between Rs4000 to Rs5500 I have been given a certain budget to work with from parents
including prices for the consumables needed like glue and
but I really don’t mind if more money is necessary but I am
screws.
going to attempt to stay under budget.
Aesthetic
The product should be modern and aesthetically
appealing while also fulfilling the primary function.
It can also match the environment where the product will be
placed, it will be presented in the final solution with
measurements and full details.
I have to design 6 ideas according to the dimensions found in
the site analysis and try not to go beyond the free space
available
Size and
dimensions
From the site analysis done in primary research, free
space available to work with is 120cm x 90cm x 100cm
Manufacturing
This product must be made to the best quality possible
for the exams. The product will be one-off and made in
the school workshop.
This is to make sure that the user is satisfied with the quality of
the product and would recommend this product to any other
potential customers.
Ergonomics
And
Safety
My product needs to be comfortable to use, ergonomic
and stable. It should be made to an appropriate height for
easier access to the items.
the product should be properly design with taking the user’s
ergonomics into consideration. There should be no loose
mechanism or protruding parts.