Here are the pictures that I planned to show in my presentation last week. (and to save space i provided the link) http://s379.photobucket.com/albums/oo234/irenegraham/FASH220/Site/City and climate details: Dubai is a subtropical area that has temperatures that reach 39 degree C (102 degree F) in the summer, and can drop to 12 degree C ( 54 degree F) in January. It has extremely high humidity in the Summer with almost non-existent rainfall, in the winter is where the majority of rainfall happens. Space function and architect: I chose to work with the architect David Fisher and the 'da vinci rotating tower' It is a innovative residency and hotel that is run completely on wind. It is a moving building, and has the ability to produce it's own energy. It has many different apartment lay outs and the lay out I chose is the floor that holds 8 apartments. Dubai is known as the city of the future, and the type of architecture is known as dynamic architecture. It is a city that makes most of its money from realestate so anything new and innovative brings in more revenue for the city. David Fisher is the founder and Chairman of the Dynamic Architecture Group. Regional Materials: There are many trade shows for art and textiles in Dubai so many textiles and materials available. The economy is not hurting and is continually growing. It is the "city of the future" They are a center for trade so materials can easily be obtained, so this project is fully free and can be extremely innovative!! Ideal Materials: It is a hot climate but has the availability of air conditioning. But, there are many windows and the rooms are ever moving so in sunlight at all times so it needs to be fabrics that do not fast in sunlight. The fabrics can be of any kind considering you can have any climate inside of your apartment but since it is a warm place aesthetically lighter more breathable fabrics will work. links: http://www.flixxy.com/dubai-dynamic-architecture.htm   Valerie Laatsch and Dylana Silver    Site/Climate1.For the project, we decided to design an apartment inspired by Rudrapur, Bangladesh. This country is South Asia is bordered by Indian and often referenced to as the most densley populated country. Bangladeshi has a tropical climate, with mild winters lasting from October to March Hot, humid summer from March to June and a warm and humid monsoon season lasts from June to October. This rain season accounts for almost all of the countries rainfall. Bangladesh's also deals with natural disasters such as floods, tropical tornadoes and tornadoes every year. Above is the award winning school made to brave the climate, and nature's forces.
Space Function 2. The apartment we plan to design for this site, will be very space concious to accomadate such a highly populated country. To be consistent with the design of architects, Anna Heringer and Eike Roswag the apartment will use the readily available resources that they have utilized. Each room will be furnished using bamboo from the region, as well a walls and ceilings structures. The textiles used in the apartment should be breathable for the warm seasons, and not apt to raintain moisture during the humid rainy seasons. The architectures actually wish to apply their design into housing for this country to help escape from the earth huts. Architectural Notes 3. This arhitectural design uses bamboo as it's primary resource. The ceiling and first floor are constructed using bamboo interlaced after being walked on by cows to flatten. Three layers of bamboo sticks, bamboo boards and an earth filling make the surface of the floor. Steel pins and rope are also used to lock the rods into place. A brick foundation is used, to support the bamboo structure. These architects are all about using the readily available resources from the country. When using manufactured products in countries such as this, the structure is too expensive and not able to be maintained properly. The school design utilizes natural resources, while providing a structure that fits the climate and could easily be restored if a natural disaster were to occur. Regional Materials 4. Besides from bamboo being a primary material in Bangladesh, textiles such as decorative cottons are important to this culture. The sari is a popular dress worn by the women, constructed of jamdani muslin. This type of fabric is made of fine cotton muslin , with colored stripes and patterns. "It has been spoken of as the most artistic textile of the Bangladeshi weaver. Traditionally woven around Dhaka and created on the loom brocade, the jamdani is fabulously rich in motifs" (Wikipedia.com). This colorful, breathable muslin will play a large roll in the decor of the apartment, and will offset niceley with the bamboo furnishing and walls. Ideal Material
5. For this humid and damp climate, the local material works well. It is important in such a tropical climate that the material will not stick in the moisture. The prints and motifs that are on the muslin are fitting to the culture. Organic cottons made from bamboo could also be used in the apartment to further promote the usage of natural resources as well as providing breathability in a humid, damp climate. 
 1. Site/city and climate details: The city of Tambacounda is located in Senegal. Senegal is a country in Western Africa. Tambacounda is far inland from the water located by the plains. The climate is very hot and extremely dry from November to May and in June to October it is very rainy, hot, humid, and stormy. Temperatures range from 75 degrees to 100 degrees. 2. Space function (store or apt.): I will be furnishing an apartment in the city of Tambacounda. 3. Notes on Architects statement: My architect is EX. STUDIO. It is a Barcelona based architect company started by Iván Juárez and Patricia Meneses. Their projects explore the relationship between art and function; integrating the disciplines of architecture, design, sculpture and installation. They have developed a wide variety of projects in different countries in which they investigate and experiment with new ways of relating space with society. Also, they use bold, bright patterns that clash giving the piece a witty sense of humor and always their projects reflect the culture and country it is in.  4. Regional Materials: Tambacounda is famous for its rich djembe (skin covered hand drum shaped like a goblet), dance culture, and heritage. It is also a center for agricultural processing, with millet, sorgum, maize and cotton grown in the dry plains of the region. Sodefitex operates a large cotton processing plant in the town. The primary fabric used is local cotton. For everyday life, printed fabric is worn. Clothes, which are dyed or hand woven are kept for special occasions. The Muslim gown, called bubu is usually worn after work. Under this dress, the men wear a short shirt over their short trousers. A red Fez hat or grass hat, or a woven cotton hat, and leather loafers, complement the dress. The women usually wear a head-tie, as well as a sarong-type wrapper which covers their waist. Sandals and leather loafers are also worn. Senegal's artisans craft gold, silver and bronze jewelry. Antique beads and amber necklaces are worn by the Fulani women. Pottery, baskets, or hand-woven fabrics are also made by the local people. Senegal is also famous for its glass paintings, wood carvings, leather accessories made from crocodile, iguana or snake skin. 5. Material and Material end uses: A primary material that would be used is cotton. Cotton would be used for clothing since it offers breathablility in the hot weather and also it is produced in the town.    http://travel.mapsofworld.com/senegal/culture-of-senegal.html http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tambacounda http://archinect.com/links/detail.php?id=79692_0_26_0_M http://www.architecturalreviewawards.com/arawards05/arawards05pdfs/ardec05exstudiobox.pdf
 1. Site/City and climate details: Bali, Indonesia
With its climate you can expect pleasant day temperatures between 68 to 93 degrees Fahrenheit year-round. December to March, the West monsoon can bring heavy showers and high humidity, but usually days are sunny and the rains start during the night and pass quickly. June to September the humidity is low and it can be pretty cool during the evenings. This time of year you'll barely have any rain in the coastal areas.  2. Space function: I chose to do a store that mainly caters to tourist traffic by the beaches since Bali is the largest tourist destination in Indonesia and is renowned for its highly developed arts, including dance, sculpture, painting, leather, metalworking and music. I would probably choose to place my shop in the town called Kuta, a famous surfing beach. It is ten minutes from the Ngurah Rai International Airport and is where most of the hotels, restaurants, malls, cafes, marketplaces, and spas that cater to tourists are located.
3. Notes on Architects Statement: Budi Pradono is a young Indonesian architect who works with bamboo and has followed Balinese architecture. His use of line and structure along with the materials he uses creates sharp, elegant, and tranquil areas.  4. Regional information: Other than from bamboo’s visual qualities, other valuable properties it has are it is lightweight, very fast growing and construction grade material can be available in three to ten years, compared with ten to twenty years for timber. As for being eco-friendly, its harvesting does not kill the bamboo plant, so there are fewer problems with soil erosion. I could also use bamboo textiles as an alternative to materials such as cotton, which would do well with tourists. The Balinese Provincial Government has taken the view that the preservation of the Balinese culture, natural resources and wildlife are of primary importance in the development of the island. As a result, they have limited tourist development to the peninsula on the extreme southern aspect of the island; Kuta beach is on the western side of this peninsula so I would be able to go through with my store and have a more concentrated tourist area since the north of the peninsula no new tourist development is supposedly permitted. 5. As I’ve mentioned before the weather can be pretty tolerable, to hot and humid so I will be using a fair amount of bamboo, batik, and ikat textiles in bright colors, but possibly use them in a more tranquil manner, and actual bamboo for the decorative structure. I will also draw in some of the local art and use local materials for the store. Sources:
http://www.baliguide.com/index.html
http://www.architecturalreviewawards.com/arawards05/arawards05pdfs/ardec05Budipradono.pdf http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bali  Bali, Indonesia. Four Room Apartment with the Designs of Budi Pardono. 1. Bali, Indonesia. http://www.architecturalreviewawards.com/arawards05/awawards05pdfs/ardec05Budipradono.pdf The climate in Bali for the most part is very pleasant. It usually is 68-93 degrees Fahrenheit. Between March and February there can be monsoons as well as high humidity with rains, but these usually come at night and the days are sunny. Between June and September the humidity drops and it can get fairly cool in the evenings. 2. I was very inspired by the use of bamboo, fabrics, and culture in Bali and have decided to design a four room apartment with the architectural designs of Budi, Pardono. I will be using a lot of bamboo when it comes time to building the walls and floor because it is much more eco friendly than wood and has a nice aesthetic. 3. Budi Pardono is from Indonesia and has worked in Australia and Japan. He has come back to Indonesia to work on adding a restaurant to a tourist villa and spa complex. He draws from the area around him and uses a reflecting pool that travels throughout the complex and uses bamboo for the structure. 4. Bali is a large farm and fishing city. Rice is the number one crop there but the main form of income is from the tourists visiting Bali. Bali also has many artists who make many sculptures as well as being known for their Batik and Ikat fabric. Hinduism is the religion that the majority practice, with the remainder practicing Islam. 5. I will use a lot of bamboo in my apartment as well as use many Batik cloths. These will be used on the walls and tables. I will design using the colors outside as well as use inspirations from the Hindu gods.
1. Bali, Indonesia. www.architecturalreviewawards.com/winners2005.htm. You can expect pleasant day temperatures between 20 to 33 degrees Celsius or 68 to 93 degrees Fahrenheit year-round. From December to March, the West monsoon can bring heavy showers and high humidity, but usually days are sunny and the rains start during the night and pass quickly. 2. Due to the rise in the use of bamboo as furniture I have decided to create a four bedroom apartment in Bali. The style of the apartment will be created by Budi Pradono Architects. 3. Jakarta-based Budi Pradono is a young Indonesian architect who is currently working on a hotel restaurant in a Bali tourist resort, exploring vernacular forms and materials. 4. Crops grown in Bali include fruit, vegetables, coffee arabica and other cash and subsistence crops. A significant number of Balinese are also fishermen. Bali is also famous for its artisans who produce batik and ikat cloth and clothing, wooden carvings, stone carvings and silverware. Bali Hinduism, which has roots in Indian Hinduism and in Buddhism, adopted the animistic traditions of the indigenous people, which inhabited the island around the first millennium BCE. This influence strengthened the belief that the gods and goddesses are present in all things. Every element of nature, therefore, possesses its own power, which reflects the power of the gods. 5. Materials will mostly be made of bamboo from Indonesian furniture companies. Sticking with the Indonesian feel, there will be lots of colors and flowers and exotic prints. The spaces will be wide with light walls and bright colors. Materials will be very breathable. Bali Bamboo creations is one such company that uses these aesthetics. -Meghan McCabe  Balloon: Urban Installation. Vancouver, Canada. Sarah App 1. Vancouver, Canada. architechturalreviewawards.com. The climate is temperate. The daily minimum temperature falls below 32^F with the highest reaching 86^F and summers are very dry and winter is very rainy with about only eleven days of snow per day. 2. This will become a store front to represent the revival of Elsa Schiaparelli and the avante garde style she stood for. 3. The architect wants to bring the eclectic mix of different cultures. The nylon and steel balloons are collapseable for ease. The balloons are representive of fly escaped balloons. The store front installation will include an overlapping amount of them and will stay aglow throughout the store opening. The balloons will frame the most intricate couture Elsa dress. 4. Elegant graphics are representive of the large video game developement in Vancouver. Vancouver is one of the three most liveable cities in the world and is a huge port. Therefore there is a wide range of high culture and materials are very easily accesable. There has recently been a huge development in city construction so there will be many opportunities to obtain prime locations for the store. Also the city will be reinventing and renewing itself for the 2010 winter Olypics. 5. Wools, wood pulp fibers, fur, and plastic/manufactured fibers are easily obtainable so they will be the main fabrics used in the store installation and even in the main garment's construction.
My final is based on the designs of Ofis Arhitekti which is an architecture firm developed on the works of Rok Oman and Spela Videcnik. The piece of theirs that I am studying is a museum extension that they did on the City Museum at Auersperg Palace in Ljubjlana, Slovenia. Typical weather in Ljubjlana is cold. And wet. The high temperature there is 26*C which is less than 50*F! Also, it rains pretty much throughout the year. A bit less in the winter than in the summer, but still rains a lot. They also have low wind speeds which causes a problem with pollutants. Because of this, they have a project to create a local wind system to create air flow. Due to these climate factors I have decided to create an apartment, because Ljubjlana is the largest and the capital city of Slovenia, that will be both comfortable and geographically appropriate as well as portray the style of the designs created by Ofis Arhitekti. I plan to use the rainfall as a visual aesthetic for my apartment. There will be lots of glass, clean lines, and geometric figures through the space, much like the design characteristics of Oman and Videcnik. I also am going to use a cozy and comfortable fabric through out to keep the apartment feeling warm from the cold temperatures. (I am still working on what that fabric will be!) Because of the air issue in the city, I have decided to power the apartment by some sort of air creating system to help be energy efficient inside of the apartment as well as help to reduce the problem of stagnant, polluted air in the city. I am either going to use a pully system to get the mill moving or have it run/turn through using the rainfall as its source of power. The location I chose for our final project is Dubai, a city that is a central focus in the increasingly innovative architecture seen around the world. The climate of Dubai is arid and subtropical, with blue skies and sunshine all year long. The temperature can soar well over 100 degrees Fahrenheit in the summer, and only cools down to about 60-70 degrees in the winter months.  The space I am designing is a modular apartment building called Synergy. The front is located on a local street and the rear of the building faces a beautiful lake, with the scenery complimenting the interesting structure of the building. The culture is filled with bright, colorful fabrics that will be used in the furnishing of these apartments. The building is designed by an architecture firm called Sanjay Puri, whose motto is to "constantly innovate," which fits well with the entire culture of Dubai. The city is undergoing major changes in its architectural makeup, and the buildings being constructed are astounding. They are considered to be some of the most beautiful and interesting in the world, and the city is becoming a worldwide idol of design. Since the culture is so accepting of innovation, they are also lenient on visitors and new ideas. They have a booming economy, leaving plenty of funding to import any resources they might not have readily available. The city is becoming an up-scale and very desirable location for business and architects to construct their designs, and the political system is very accommodating. It  provides an ideal location for hotels, apartments, and other places to attract tourism and heavy visitor traffic. Considering the dry, hot climate of Dubai, the preferred fabrics are those that are breathable, comfortable, and do not fade with intense sunlight. Some examples of these fabrics are cotton, bamboo, and silk.
HELSINKI, FINLAND & ACOUSTIC ARCHITECTURE by: Hilary Richardson 1. Site/City and Climate Details: The location of my project is in Helsinki, Finland. The climate varies in this region depending on the season. Summers are typically warm and tolerable, ranging from 59 degrees up to 86 degrees. There are typically 19 hours of daylight during this time. Once September hits, temperatures drastically change, and by November it is at the freezing point with snow. The frigid weather does not come to pass until spring arrives in April. 2. Space Function: I have chosen to create plans for my own boutique in this location. It would be a store targeted towards young women, college age to mid-30s that specializes in strictly winter and fall clothing and accessories. The reason for this is due to the extensive articles I have read on Helsinki's frigid winter weather that takes up a majority of their year. 3. Notes on Architects Statement: The architects, Martti Kalliala and Esa Ruskeepuaa, titled their project "Mafoombey." It utilized corrugated car  dboard that people would typically find in their packaging of goods. The more layers of this material are added, the more sound insulation provided, and creates, as the architects put it, "a distinct internal atmosphere." The idea was originally created for spaces where music was being made, and hence, acoustics. The architects are now using the concept to make functional furniture pieces. 4. Regional Facts: A popular Finnish attraction is the Market Square, which sits in proximity to the sea, the Embassy, and the Presidential Palace. This location attracts hundreds of people for shopping purposes daily. Vendors come from all over to showcase their goods for sale. My boutique would thrive in a location near this  Square, and could potentially attract the shoppers attending the market sales. There should be no issues with politics or rules, considering Finland conducts business in a formal manner (no lateness or unfriendliness allowed). And moreover, Helsinki has a solid track record for being highly safe and crime free. And in regards to the fashion scene, Finland is definitely not a stranger, having its own fashion week with localized designers in Europe. Fashion has become a way for the country to market itself, and the country has already become highly diverse in music, art, and most especially, innovative architectural design cultures. 5. As I stated before, the horribly frigid climates that takeover a majority of the year in Helsinki cause me to believe wools, velvets, and twills would be best utilized. References: http://www.wordtravels.com/Cities/Finland/Helsinki/Climate http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Politics_of_Finland http://neuropetravel.suite101.com/article.cfm/helsinki_s_market_square http://www.architecturalreviewawards.com/ARAwards2006/winning%20entries/mafoombeyHC.htm http://archrecord.construction.com/archrecord2/work/0707/mafoombey.asp http://www.pps.org/graphics/gpp/hakaniemi_market_helsinki_02_large http://virtual.finland.fi/Arts_Entertainment/
 1) Site/City and climate details: The site we are working with is Lake Austin, and the city is Austin, Texas. The typical climate is warm; the average being 69 degrees and the typical range is between 58 and 79 degrees. During the summer it can be very hot though, especially during June, July and August.  2) Space function: We are going to be furnishing a four-room apartment. We plan on using light, airy fabrics that breathe well but are durable.  3) Notes on architect’s statement: Miro Rivera Architects believe that architecture “is an endeavor where the realms of ideas, aesthetics and technology intersect” (Miro Rivera Architects, 1). Their goal is to “create responsible architecture that responds to its natural or urban context, addresses basic human needs, is beautifully crafted and has longevity and presence” (1). 4) Regional materials, art, textiles, histories, resources or lack of, politics that could play a role: Austin, Texas is the capital city of Texas and is known for its music, art, and rich history. In 1836, Texas was granted its independence from Mexico and become a state in 1845. The city has always been a place where creative minds have come together; musicians, politicians, teachers and environmentalists alike. The city is full of art galleries, theaters and ballets. Austin has a diverse population as well, with residents from Germany, Sweden and especially Mexico. Currently, Austin is the 16th largest city in the United States, with approximately 1.2 million people living there. It is known for its beautiful landscapes and lakes, including Lake Austin. Austin, Texas is an interesting city full of exciting and different kinds of people. The city’s residents would appreciate unique and quality fabrics in their homes and in their stores.  5) Brainstorm of ideal material and material end uses: Since Austin, Texas is a hot climate, more breathable materials would be ideal. Light, airy fabrics would be well suited for this kind of environment. Miro Rivera Architects create large open spaces and simple, yet glamorous buildings. We want our fabrics to reflect and enhance the architecture. By Alyssa P, Samantha G, Paige E, Christina S, & Jena L 
http://www.austintexas.org/now_playing/listing_details?id=27712 http://mirorivera.com/miro_home.asp?platform=win&browser=nav&ver=9
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1. Copenhagen, Denmark: Despite its northern location, the climate is relatively mild compared to other locations in similar latitude. Because of its northern location, daylight extends 16 hours in midsummer, to around 8 hours in midwinter. Summers are warm with average high temperatures of around 21°C (70°F) and lows of 13°C (55°F), but temperatures could sometimes exceed 25°C (77°F+) and occasional heatwaves are commong during the summer. Winters are cold, with temperatures of -2 to 4°C (28 - 40°F), and are similar to NYC. Precipitation is moderate throughout the year, and snowfall is occurs mainly in December through March, but snow cover does not remain a long time. 2. We will be designing a store-front location in Copenhagen, Denmark. Our inspiration: "Like an extended hand, the curved form opens up towards the landside, inviting a  nd enticing bathers inside." Seeing that our architect, White Arkitekter, is focused around our planet's survival and that Stella McCartney prides herself on being a sustainable designer we felt incorporating these two would be a perfect match! We will be designing a store featuring the designs by Stella McCartney as well as featuring her skin care line. 3. While researching White Arkitekter, we discovered that they have a very straightforward aesthetic and mission in all of their projects. The firm is very focused on thinking about the future and about our planet's survival. On every project they employee an environmental specialist who works closely with the architect to reduce energy use and their environmental impact. As for their aesthetic, White Arkitekter, uses an attitude of openness, curiosity, and integrity when combining the physical context of their projects with the emotional dedication of the architect and function of space. These architects always go beyond the predictable. We feel that we would work very well with this firm because their approach with their clients is very open and based upon developing a close relationship to ensure that everyone's goals are achieved. Each client will have tailored solutions that is sustainable and equipped to face the future. 4. Danish people put a lot of time into decorating their home. More than 6% of their household income is spend on furnishings. Because of this, there is a lot of competition and the market for home textiles is referred to as a buyer’s market. Home décor and furnishings are sold everywhere from specialized home furnishing stores to bigger supermarkets. Benefit: the Danish have a high standard of living and income is evenly distributed among the population. Challenges: the high level of competition. 5. We will be using organic and green materials mostly and all of our labels will have ecofriendly labels. We will use organic cotton in the furnishings of the store to produce velvet and velveteen fabrics because these fabrics give a feeling of warmth in the naturally cold climates of Copenhagen. We will also use simulated leathers for the couches instead of using animal leather to go along with" saving the planet" theme. By: Allie Kosevic, Amanda Fioretti, Julianna Horchler, Sophia Bentley, & Colleen Waters
Project Proposal by Molly Werner and Emily Kozarsky
Handmade: Rudrapur, Bangladesh/ Anna Heringer, Eike Roswag
We are designing an apartment in Bangladesh inspired by a local school that uses all natural fabrics and materials and bright vibrant colors. This school was designed by architects Anna Heringer and Eike Roswag. The weather in Bangladesh is moderate with a great amount of rainfall. January is usually the coldest month but only averages a low of 78 degrees Fahrenheit. In the warmer months the average high is usually about 96 degrees. It is one of the wettest cities in the world get ting about 130 inches of rainfall a year.
The architects designed this school in the hopes of diverging away from the traditional housing structures in the city of Rudrapur, Bangladesh. The entire school is handmade using local materials such as straw, brick, loam, bamboo, mud, rope, and some steel pins. Though the structure of the school uses natural colored material, it is decorated with brightly colored doors and a colorful ceiling made of strips of fabric. The layout of the sc hool is very open with multiple windows on every wall. What really makes this building distinct is that it is two stories high, unlike the typical huts seen all over the city. The architects hope that this building inspires others to replicate the structure, straying away from the norms that the city is used to.
Bangladesh is known for its colorful tribal life, longest sea beach, and old archaeological sites. The country's tribal life accounts for 1% of the total population. Some of Bangladesh's major industries include jute, sugar, paper, textiles, cigarettes, steel, cement, natural gas, leather, carpet, and timber.
Our ideal materials for designing an apartment that is inspired by the work of these architects would be to use only natural, lightweight, and color fabrics in an open space. We plan to use a lot of bamboo and straw.
1. My site is the Buddhist Retreat in Sri Racha, Thailand designed by renowned architect Suriya Umpansiriratana. The climate in Sri Racha is tropical. It is located near the water which provides many resources for inhabitants. Some parts are encompassed by the dense Thai jungle while others are mountainous.   2. Nîm Mediation & Tranquility Boutique. Nîm means "be delicate" or "be fragile" in Thai. My nest is going to be a boutique dedicated to meditation and tranquility. It will provide unique products which complement the intrinsic beauty of Sri Racha. Natural resources will be utilized and will provide for a truly calming experience. I want all guests to feel at one with nature. For this project, I will be designing the store-front of my boutique. 3. Suriya Umpansiriratana's architectural projects, including the Buddhist Retreat, combine elements of nature with his deep appreciation for the specific locale. Suriya uses open-air design and simple meditation spaces to show his affinity for harmony with nature. When designing the Buddhist Retreat, Suriya said, 'The idea is to transform the abstract essence of Buddhism into architecture'. With his unique design perpective, I believe my tranquil boutique will be greatly enhanced by similar design aesthetics as the Buddhist Retreat. 4. Sri Racha is known for being a luxury retirement area for wealthy foreigners who like to live at the beach, golf at world-class golf courses and get away from negative aspects of Thailand's other big cities. The main tourist attractions are the Khao Khew Open Zoo (widely known for its bengal tigers), and various bird aviaries. The city has a history rich in Buddhist beliefs and other religious activities. The city is surprisingly very indusatrialized in some regions with motorways and airports being located here. It is also known for its seafood and unique chili sauce. While researching Sri Racha online, I came across numerous recipes native to this area. 5. I would like to utilize rich woods like timber and other nautral resouces. I want the overall design to be simple and modest and to use deep colors like cranberry, mustard yellow, and forest green. The use of silks such as shantung and organza (readily available fabrics in Thailand) will help create a soothing environment. All table top displays will be constructed with driftwood materials and steel. Suriya uses granite and steel to counteract against the natural elements and I think this would be suitable for aspects of my store-front display. -Lindsay Becker
The responsibilities of a small business buyer are vast and seemingly endless. They wear many hats in one day. I have been given a fantastic opportunity this semester to intern with a buyer at a small business in Greenville, Delaware. This has taught me the ins and outs of what it takes to buy for a small number of stores. Some days start at 6 am with a trip to one of the sister stores where meetings are held to assess the amount of inventory needed, or the amount of inventory that is needed to be sent back. It is also to find out what product categories are most popular, and what product categories are struggling. In a meeting with stores the small business buyer is able to see first hand how the product is merchandised, and marketed. This allows a first hand look at the product quality out of the showroom, and provides an opportunity to see the assortment of merchandise as it is displayed. She is able to see what is character of the store, and what will sell. It gives her a good idea of the demographics of the area which help to dictate her purchasing decisions for each store. She is in constant communication with store managers and product vendors to communicate needs between the two. Buying decisions are made by a number of factors including open-to-buy, market trends, store trends, demographics, and nature of the store. The store we visited was one of their Lilly Pulitzer signature stores. These stores have a fairly specific family of vendors. 80% of the store is Lilly, and the rest is other vendors, mostly accessories. The most difficult part of buying for these stores is identifying which product category will be most successful in the current market relating to trends. After computing turn rates for said product categories she must decide on what orders to make, usually with input from store staff. Her job requires a lot of back and forth between showrooms, vendors, stores, and the office. It is a job with a requisite for multi-tasking. It is a definite difference from more specialized buying positions where one only works with just one very specific product categories.  As a person that enjoys exercising and physical activity, I wear a lot of spandex and stretch material when I work out. While wearing these materials is very convenient and comfortable for all the stretching and moving around, there are a few flaws and performance issues with these sorts of fabrics that I find particularly annoying. First of all, the seams in the spandex leggings are never strong enough so the fabric always rips and gets holes along the leg seam after a considerable amount of use. I would resolve this issue by using a stronger weave in the material used to make the leggings or by reinforcing seams to make them stronger and more durable with the higher quality fabric. The second performance issue that I continually come across in work out wear is how the black spandex always seems to fade very quickly even after only a few washes. This is an issue I consider very important because obviously workout wear is going to be washed many times and if it fades after only a few washes, then there really is a problem. To fix this issue I would propose that a better finish be applied to the garment; specifically one that can ensure color fastedness. Another thing that active wear garment producers could do to help this situation would be to provide better care instructions for washing and cleaning garment.
   Nothing stinks more than when you spend sometimes up to $50 on a bra and then it breaks After working at Victoria's Secret several years ago I have seen my fair share of people bringing in their broken bras. Many things can go wrong, bras stretch out from improper washing, wires pop out or become misshapen, there can be puckering of the fabric, straps pop off, or the bra shrinks or melts. There can be many solutions that either you as the customer or the manufacturer can do to help solve these problems. For starters, bras should not be put in the washing machine. Doing this can cause many problems. The bra looses its shape, gets excessive wear and tear, and this can also cause the wire to pop off. On that same note, bras should never be put in the dryer. This can cause them to melt and also cause many of the same problems that putting a bra in the washing machine can bring about. Bras should always be hand washed in cold water to reduce bleeding, Hand washing is gentle enough that it will not cause harm to the delicate structure. If you must wash your bra make sure it is with cold water and you use a mild detergent. Above is a contraption you can place in to make sure that the straps do not get tangled around other clothes or the inside of the washing machine. Also make sure that nothing abrasive, such as zipper are being washed at the same time. These are ways you can help prolong the life of your bra. There are also things that manufacturers can do to help the life of your bra. By not skimping on safety stitching in areas where the straps and underwire are help fix many problems. Also in many cases it seems as if thicker fabric should be used in the area where the underwire is. This would help with the common problem of the under wire popping out.
http://beauty.ivillage.com/fashion/howtobuy/0,,7gn5ks13,00.html http://www.mynippon.com/women/proud_17.htm craftchi.com/blog/?p=406
      Yuu can use tears from magazines, photographs, drawings, paintchips, tactile samples, fabric samples...anything to create a mood for your project. Real fabric samples and site layout are essentials.
Emerging Architects from Architectural Review-these architectural projects will inform our final project in textiles 2.  Handmade: Rudrapur, Bangladesh/ANNA HERINGER, EIKE ROSWAG http://www.architecturalreviewawards.com/ARAwards2006/winning entries/heringerwinner.htm  Acoustic: Helsinki, Finland/MARTTI KALLIALA AND ESA RUSKEEPUAA http://www.architecturalreviewawards.com/ARAwards2006/winning%20entries/mafoombeyHC.htm  Lake Austin: Austin, TX/MIRO RIVERA ARCHITECTS http://www.architecturalreviewawards.com/ARAwards2006/winning%20entries/RIVERAwinner.htm  Sea Bath: Kastrup, Denmark/White ARchitekture http://www.architecturalreviewawards.com/ARAwards2006/winning%20entries/whitehonmen.htm  Anything in Dubai: http://www.designboom.com/contemporary/dubai1.html Buddist Retreat, Sri Racha, Thailand/SURIYA UMPANSIRIRATANA http://www.architecturalreviewawards.com/ARAwards2006/winning%20entries/monkshonmen.html (see images online) Museum extension: Ljubjlana, Slovenia/OFIS ARHITEKTI BAMBOO: Bali, Indonesia/BUDI PRADONO ARCHITECTS Tambacounda, Senegal/ EX. STUDIO Balloon: Urban installation /Vancouver, Canada /SATOSHI MATS House: Maebashi City, Japan/SOU FUJIMOTO ARCHITECTS All at this link: http://www.architecturalreviewawards.com/winners2005.htm
  above: Bella-Durra Fabrics links: http://www.buildinggreen.com/ Paints and Coatings: http://www.greenseal.org/US Green Building Council www.usgbc.org from wikipedia:
critical regionalism is an approach to architecture that strives to counter the placelessness and lack of meaning in Modern Architecture by using contextual forces to give a sense of place and meaning. The term critical regionalism was first used by Alexander Tzonis and Liane Lefaivre and later more famously by Kenneth Frampton. Frampton put forth his views in "Towards a Critical Regionalism: Six points of an architecture of resistance." He evokes Paul Ricoeur's question of "how to become modern and to return to sources; how to revive an old, dormant civilization and take part in universal civilization". According to Frampton, critical regionalism should adopt modern architecture critically for its universal progressive qualities but at the same time should value responses particular to the context. Emphasis should be on topography, climate, light, tectonic form rather than scenography and the tactile sense rather than the visual. vernacular architecture:(from wikipedia) The building knowledge in vernacular architecture is often transported by local traditions and is thus based largely - but not only - upon knowledge achieved by trial and error and handed down through the generations, in contrast to the geometrical and physical calculations that underlie architecture planned by architects. Textile 2: Final Project part A NEST:__________________________ The nest is open-ended…It means staying at home, not out of a fear of what is outside, but out of enjoyment and positive attention to your well-being!" --Trend diva Li Edelkoort You have been commissioned to furnish a: 1. four- room apartment in the city of ___________________. The four rooms are the kitchen, dining room. Living room and Bedroom. You are working with a specific architect and will need to research and apply their aesthetic with yours. or 2. A retail location in the city of _______________________. The retail location has a selling floor, dressing room and lounge area, employee/meeting area and storage room. Create a presentation on board (standard board size) or digital (600x800 at 300 DPI) showing each room and the furniture and furnishings contained therein. Remember that the location of the city chosen (in regard to weather, lifestyle target customer, social responsibility and sustainability, etc) has an effect on the fabric and furnishings you select. For each item in these rooms that is composed of fabric (e.g. curtains, couch), include the following in a 1 page report: a. Name of the article and room in which it appears (e.g. tablecloth in the dining room). b. Swatches of fabric (preferably four inches by four inches) and name. c. Fiber contents of selected fabric. d. Why do you select this fabric for this end use? e. Aesthetic of Architect you are working with. f. Aesthetic of the PLACE your nest exists in g. 3-5 original resources or links (green designers, textile producers found in recent articles) h. Regional history and innovations of textiles, materials, arts, design. i. What is the trend for home textiles in this region? What are challenges and benefits? Timeline Nov 20:Introduction Nov 25: Research: blog 3 links, architects statement with pics from arch. digest site with your response (1 paragraph) and proposed project (who, what and where) by 3 pm Nov 27: Thanksgiving Dec 2: Review for exam Dec 4: Presentations Dec 8: Final Exam Links: http:www.architecturalreviewawards.com http://www.dtex.com/ http://www.maharam.com/maharam.html http:www.designboom.com Projects: Handmade: Rudrapur, Bangladesh/ANNA HERINGER, EIKE ROSWAG http://www.architecturalreviewawards.com/ARAwards2006/winning entries/heringerwinner.html Acoustic: Helsinki, Finland/MARTTI KALLIALA AND ESA RUSKEEPUAA http://www.architecturalreviewawards.com/ARAwards2006/winning%20entries/mafoombeyHC.html Lake Austin: Austin, TX/MIRO RIVERA ARCHITECTS http://www.architecturalreviewawards.com/ARAwards2006/winning%20entries/RIVERAwinner.html Sea Bath: Kastrup, Denmark/White ARchitekture http://www.architecturalreviewawards.com/ARAwards2006/winning%20entries/whitehonmen.html Anything in Dubai: http://www.designboom.com/contemporary/dubai1.html Buddist Retreat, Sri Racha, Thailand/SURIYA UMPANSIRIRATANA http://www.architecturalreviewawards.com/ARAwards2006/winning%20entries/monkshonmen.html Museum extension: Ljubjlana, Slovenia/OFIS ARHITEKTI BAMBOO: Bali, Indonesia/BUDI PRADONO ARCHITECTS Tambacounda, Senegal/ EX. STUDIO Balloon: Urban installation /Vancouver, Canada /SATOSHI MATS House: Maebashi City, Japan/SOU FUJIMOTO ARCHITECTS All at this link: http://www.architecturalreviewawards.com/winners2005.html
Alyssa P., Paige E., Samantha G., Christina S., Jena L. Group 3: Assess the qualities of soap and detergent Brand Name: Ultra GainType: Liquid detergent Ingredients & Purpose: bidegradable surfactantsm(anionic and nonionic),enzymes and baking soda surfactants:vigorous soil-removal agents, organic-compound,soluble in hard water. anionic surfactants: good for removing oily coils and clay-soils nonionic surfactants: used in liquids, work better in cold or warm water because they are less soluble at high temp. enzymes: keep fabric looking newer and last longer, they remove fuzz and minimize soil that is trapped in worn areas of the fabric, can also be used to remove specific food stains. baking soda: keeps your whites and brights brighter, and eliminates odor from your clothing Brand Name: Tide Total CareType: Liquid Detergent Ingredients & Purpose: Biodegradable Surfactants (Anionic and Nonionic) Vigorous soil-removing agents Enzymes-Remove fuzz resulting from the abrasion of cellulosic fibers Antifading agents could be added to maintain original color intensity by minimizing color bleed in the wash.     Brand Name: Arm & Hammer FabriCare Powder Laundry Detergent
Type: Powder laundry soap Perfume & Dye Free Ingredients and Purpose: · Biodegradable Anionic and Nonionic Surfactants – soil-removing agents · Stain Fighters (Hydrogen Peroxide Formed in the Wash and/or Enzymes) – get rid of tough stains · Water Softeners and Deodorizers (Sodium Carbonate and Bicarbonate) – increase soap efficiency especially if hard water is used, and gets rid of odors · Soil Suspending Agents – releases soil in the wash · Fabric Protection Agent – protects fabric · Fabric Whitening Agent – mask soil and make yellow or dingy fabrics look white Brand Name: Cheer Free & Gentle Powder Laundry Detergent
Type: Powder Laundry soap Ingredients and Purpose: · Includes Biodegradeable Surfactants and Enzymes, as well as the ingredients of the above laundry soap. How these products can be improved: · As always, the best improvement would be to make these products organic and eco-friendly. If you think about it, every time you wash, the water and laundry detergent residue is emptied into the sewer systems. Therefore the harsh chemicals and pollutants in these detergents are being spilled in to oceans and other waterways. · Another improvement could be changing the liquid detergents into more concentrated forms, therefore less detergent needs to be used per wash. · If you are looking for the most intense wash and thorough clean of your clothes, and increased amount of enzymes would be a necessary improvement in these products . According to housekeepingchannel.com, an increased amount of enzymes provides the best cleaning performance needed to fight stains. Apparently in the last two decades there has been a huge increase in the number of laundry detergents that contain enzymes. The most successful brands today actually include two, three, and even four different enzyme types. Each different enzyme is made specifically to attack a specific type of stain or soil. Therefore, by including multiple enzymes in detergents, they are able to tackle a broader profile of soil types and can work together to remove stains that may contain a variety of substances. Enzymes are also highly energy-efficient molecules. It is ensured that enzyme action provides clean clothes even with a shorter wash cycle (because of this, the need for repeated washes is eliminated). There are even enzymes that have unique features such as allowing the consumer to wash in lower temperature, therefore reducing household energy bills. · http://www.peapod.com/ - search Laundry Detergent Powder · http://www.eco-chicproducts.com/laundry_detergents/· http://www.housekeepingchannel.com/
By: Julianna Horchler, Amanda Fioretti, Colleen Waters, Sophia Bentley, and Allie KosevicHow Care Practices Impact the Environment:Dry-Cleaning:Newer solvents have replaced older, highly flammable ones. These solvents have been linked to cancer and other environmental hazards. These other hazards include ground and water contamination because of the waste removal of these solvents. To combat this problem, dry cleaners are changing the ways that they handle these chemicals and how they dispose of them. Laundry Detergent: Although phosphate builders in laundry detergent have been replaced because of their contribution to accelerated eutrophication of ponds and lakes, it now seems that these builders have little effect or impact on the environment when compared to other builders in relation to costs and efficiency of water treatment. Bans on phosphates in detergents have had little effect on problems with water systems. Manufactures have changed formulations of detergents to more concentrated forms that use smaller amounts of builders and require less packaging. Also, manufactures are using recycled materials for packaging and refillable containers decrease the amount of packaging materials used. Trends in Environmentally Friendly Care PracticesThere are several all natural cleaning laundry cleaning agents that can be found in your own home. Vinegar:-Fabric softener: adding ½ cup white vinegar to the  rinse cycle will soften clothes. For pillows and blankets, add 2 cups to the rinse cycle to keep them fluffy. -Lint and pet hair prevention: adding ½ cup white vinegar to the rinse cycle will prevent lint build up on clothing and reduce the amount of pet hair left clinging after the wash -Static cling: add ½ cup white vinegar to the rinse cycle to keep clothes static-free -Hand wash: If you have trouble giving delicate items a thorough rinse when you wash them by hand, add 1 or 2 tablespoons of vinegar to the rinse water help dissolve detergent residue. -Stain removal: diluted vinegar can be used on most machine-washable fabrics to remove stains. See our “stain smarts” section for information on specific stains. -Color refresher: Soak faded clothes in a solution of 1 cup vinegar per 1 gallon warm water. Rinse in cold water and see the difference. Salt: -Bleeding: adding ½ cup salt to your regular wash cycle can help prevent colors from running or bleeding. -Yellowing: For white cotton or linen items, a 1-hour soak in boiling water with 1 tablespoon salt and ¼ cup baking soda will remove the yellow tinge. For nylon, soaking in warm water with Epsom salt and rinsing in clear water will bring the white back out. -Ironing: To clean a sticky iron, set it on low and run it over a piece of paper with salt spilled on it. And to keep the iron from sticking to clothes in the future, add a pinch of salt to the laundry starch. Baking Soda:-Odor eliminator: Adding ½ cup baking soda to the rinse cycle will neutralize odors and leave your laundry smelling fresh without fragrance. -Brightener: To give your regular liquid laundry detergent a stain-fighting boost, add half cup baking soda to your regular wash cycle. Baking soda helps neutralize the pH in your wash water, improving the way detergent interacts with your clothes. Your whites will come out whiter and colors brighter. -Stain removal: A paste of baking soda and water can be rubbed into tough stains like blood, wine, perspiration, and vomit to kill the odor and help remove the stain. See our “stain smarts” section for details on specific stains. Lemon Juice:-Bleach: Lemon juice is an all-natural bleaching agent. Pour lemon juice on stains (test for colorfastness in a hidden spot first) and hang in the sun to dry, then machine wash as usual. For an allover white brightener, replace the bleach in your wash cycle with 1 cup of lemon juice. -Soak solution: For very soiled or perpetually dingy items (not just clothes—think towels, sheets, tablecloths), soak overnight in hot water with ½ cup lemon juice. Machine wash as usual. Energy savers: -Wash clothes in cold or warm water instead of hot. According to the California Energy Commission, 85-90% of the energy used by washing machines goes to heat the water. And washing in cold gets your clothes just as clean as hot. Tide Coldwater, the first detergent specially formulated for energy-saving, has the same stain-fighting power as the original. -Pre-treat stains and presoak very soiled items so you don’t have to put them through the washer twice. -Hang dry laundry to reduce your electric dryer use. If weather prevents you from line-drying outside, buy a drying rack to use indoors. Or buy a tension rod and hang garments on plastic hangers in a doorway or alcove. -Don’t over-dry clothes—it wears your clothes out faster and uses more energy. Use the auto-dry feature if you have one, or set the timer for shorter intervals and check clothes to see if they’re done. -Pull clothes out of the dryer while still damp and hang them up. They will dry with fewer wrinkles, reducing th  e amount of ironing you normally do. -Clean the lint filter in your dryer after every use—it improves air circulation so your dryer works more efficiently and quickly. Works Cited:http://www.ifi.org/consumer/carelabeling.html http://www.greenearthcleaning.com/tips.aspx Textiles: Tenth Edition, Written By: Sara J. Kadolph
How Care Practices Impact the Environment: Dry-Cleaning: Newer solvents have replaced older, highly flammable ones. These solvents have been linked to cancer and other environmental hazards. These other hazards include ground and water contamination because of the waste removal of these solvents. To combat this problem, dry cleaners are changing the ways that they handle these chemicals and how they dispose of them. Laundry Detergent: Although phosphate builders in laundry detergent have been replaced because of their contribution to accelerated eutrophication of ponds and lakes, it now seems that these builders have little effect or impact on the environment when compared to other builders in relation to costs and efficiency of water treatment. Bans on phosphates in detergents have had little effect on problems with water systems. Manufactures have changed formulations of detergents to more concentrated forms that use smaller amounts of builders and require less packaging. Also, manufactures are using recycled materials for packaging and refillable containers decrease the amount of packaging materials used. Our group researched various fabric and apparel product defects both within our closet and in the mainstream. We found defects ranging from problems in semi-permanent finishes to seam twisting and beyond. Our findings were as follows:
Lucky Sundown Straight Jeans: Finish Issues by Valerie Laatsch
 A pair of Lucky Brand Jeans I own feature the perfect fit and dark wash to wear out at night. They are easy to dress up with the dark finish and perfect for sliding into boots. The only problem with them is that the finish used to accomplish this dark wash bleeds a lot. There was even a warning tag attached to the pants when I purchased the jeans. The warning tags reads: “These Jeans have a special finish to give them a rich, dark look. Due to this finish, the dark color may rub off, so please don’t wear light colored clothing with them or sit on light colored furniture. Some bleeding may occur so please cold wash separately.” Of course some darker denim do have problems with bleeding when you first wash them, but to have a warning about sitting on light furniture makes it seem like these Lucky Brand Jeans are going to bleed a lot and not just after the first wash. There is nothing worse than being caught in a rainstorm and coming home to find blue dye on your new boots and a denim tint to your bare legs. Lucky could have done further research to find a dye that would produce the same dark color and not consistently bleed, rather than applying a finish on top of the dye that would cause these problems. The company could also have done additional research on using a permanent finish rather than a semi permanent finish that is likely to diminish with wash and wear. Playtex Bra Recall by Dylana Silver While browsing online about textile defects I came across an article about the recall on the Playtex “Deep Plunge Clearly Daring Bra.” A manufacturing problem was reported when consumers complained that the strap which connected the two cups suddenly snapped and broke while being worn. Playtex claimed not many of the bras were actually affected by the manufacturing defect, but still ordered a major recall on the bra style as a precautionary measure. With my knowledge of Textiles, I believe tearing of fabric may have been prevented through testing measures such as resistance and stretch tests during the preliminary production of the bra and desired fabric. Support and durability are of upmost importance in bra manufacturing and as a renowned lingerie company, Playtex should have taken further measures to avoid this problem. http://news.bbc.co.uk/1/hi/uk/4092639.stm
 Seam Stretching and Puckering by Meghan McCabe
The seams and fabric of this dress are the components on the fabric that cause the garment to have a poor performance.
To improve the performance of this garment it would be appropriate to give the garment stronger seams in areas that need stronger elasticity and strength. It would also be appropriate to use a stronger fabric that is more resistant to pulls and will stretch in areas of elasticity.
A Not-So-Forever Coat Sold by Forever 21 by Lindsay Becker
A coat I own, which was purchased from Forever 21 last winter, has numerous defects which contribute to its overall poor performance. One defect, which I found to be most annoying, is the constant ripping of the coat’s lining. The lining is comprised of 100% Polyester, and the seams used to construct it are faulty and unsecured. The point of ripping in the lining is most located along the armscye seam. This seam is the site for constant stretching, and the seams used to construct the seam are not strong enough to support this type of wear. A simple flat seam is currently in place with a low quality 200 stitch, but I would recommend the use of a stronger seam. A safety stitch or stay-stitch with a 400 stitch could have been used to strengthen the seam. Also, the lining could be attached to more points on the body of the coat, making the pieces stay together longer.
Another defect of the coat is the weak attachment of the shank buttons. Last winter, my coat lost a total of three buttons out of the six it was purchased with. The buttons were not properly secured to the coat and caused the button stitches to wear before their time. Also, the buttonholes were too small for the large-sized buttons and caused stressed each time the coat was taken off. The use of a stronger thread and the proper use of the buttonhole formular should be used to fix these problems. The buttonhole size formula states that the length of the buttonhole should equal the diameter of the button plus its height, with an extra 1/8 inch added for an overcast buttonhole.
Blog by: Lindsay Becker, Meghan McCabe, Dylana Silver & Valerie Laatsch
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