Characteristics of Classic Design
Which of the following is a defining trait of classic design?
A) Constant redesign
B) Instantly recognisable form
C) Heavy marketing reliance
D) Short-lived appeal
B) Instantly recognisable form
Which emotional response is most commonly linked with classic designs?
A) Nostalgia
B) Confusion
C) Indifference
D) Irritation
A) Nostalgia
Before the Industrial Revolution, classic design meant:
A) Mass manufacturing
B) Artistry and craftsmanship
C) Simplicity
D) Technology-driven
B) Artistry and craftsmanship
“Form follows function” means design should prioritise:
A) Function
B) Decoration
C) Aesthetics only
D) Status
A) Function
Classic designs often remain desirable even when:
A) Technologically obsolete
B) Expensive
C) Marketed poorly
D) Rarely copied
A) Technologically obsolete
Which product is often cited as an instantly recognisable design?
A) iPhone 14
B) Coca-Cola bottle
C) Kindle
D) Xbox
B) Coca-Cola bottle
The “wow” factor in classic designs often comes from:
A) Innovation
B) Simplicity
C) Obsolescence
D) Cost
A) Innovation
Which Italian scooter became a cultural icon post-WWII?
A) Mini Cooper
B) Vespa 98
C) Beetle
D) Kombi
B) Vespa 98
The VW Beetle was designed originally for:
A) Luxury consumers
B) Affordability & function
C) Racing
D) Pure style
B) Affordability & function
Mass production supports classic design by:
A) Increasing luxury
B) Creating affordability
C) Limiting distribution
D) Reducing demand
B) Creating affordability
Which factor makes classic designs remain timeless?
A) High resale value
B) Seasonal fashion
C) Complex mechanics
D) Short production runs
A) High resale value
Which product is a classic because of its conversation-piece psychology, not function?
A) Anglepoise Lamp
B) Juicy Salif Lemon Squeezer
C) Bic pen
D) Mini Cooper
B) Juicy Salif Lemon Squeezer
Dr Martens boots are tied to which UK youth subculture?
A) Mods
B) Skinheads
C) Hippies
D) Punks
B) Skinheads
The Anglepoise Lamp is iconic due to:
A) Its versatility/adjustability
B) Its decoration
C) Limited production
D) Its rarity
A) Its versatility/adjustability
Which is the best example of dominant design?
A) ABC Keyboard
B) QWERTY Keyboard
C) Handwriting
D) Emoji layout
B) QWERTY Keyboard
Classic design is often linked to which identity aspect?
A) External identity
B) Hidden function
C) Manufacturing ease
D) Marketing gimmick
A) External identity
Owning rare classic designs boosts:
A) Energy efficiency
B) Social status
C) Repairability
D) Simplicity
B) Social status
Vegemite is considered a cultural classic in which country?
A) USA
B) UK
C) Australia
D) Germany
C) Australia
The Mini Cooper balanced affordability with:
A) Speed
B) Economy
C) Decoration
D) Status
B) Economy
Classic designs are often copied, which reinforces:
A) The original’s pioneering status
B) Obsolescence
C) Poor quality
D) Limited resale value
A) The original’s pioneering status
Which of the following best fits the definition of “classic design”?
A) Temporary product fad
B) Iconic, timeless, manufactured industrially
C) Limited to elite consumers
D) Only handmade artisan objects
B) Iconic, timeless, manufactured industrially
When a design creates strong love-or-hate reactions, it is:
A) Universally admired
B) Polarising
C) Technologically obsolete
D) Ubiquitous
B) Polarising
Art Deco design reached peak popularity in which decade?
A) 1920s
B) 1930s
C) 1950s
D) 1970s
B) 1930s
In product development, which is a typical design compromise?
A) Form vs. function
B) Weight vs. strength
C) Style vs. marketing
D) Packaging vs. resale
B) Weight vs. strength
A product like the Bic pen is described as:
A) Obsolete
B) Ubiquitous/omnipresent
C) Expensive
D) Exclusive
B) Ubiquitous/omnipresent