Trends In Design Research Articles

Operational performance and environmental satisfaction survey of a university building with large learning commons

ABSTRACT Learning Commons is being actively implemented in the design of university buildings to encourage diverse learning. Because the usage patterns of Learning Commons are different from those of regular classrooms, this design trend also has a significant impact on energy use trends in university buildings. To identify this trend, a one-year energy monitoring was conducted in a university building with a large Learning Commons built in 2022. To adjusted primary energy consumption was 599 MJ/m2year. This is a 55% reduction compared to the baseline, achieving ZEB Ready in the Japan’s definition. To analyze the students’ expectations and impressions of the building, an environmental satisfaction survey was conducted as well. From the questionnaire survey, more than 90% of the students were satisfied with the overall environment, confirming the students’ satisfaction with the building. It was also found that the satisfaction with space environment based on the space size and fixtures has a significant impact on workspace productivity related to study efficiency, as well as overall satisfaction.

Оценка эффективности газожидкостного эжекционного аппарата с различным диаметром эжектора

The article describes the analysis of gas-liquid ejection apparatuses designs. The authors consider the trends of design for innovative apparatuses, anddwell on implementation for devices using the process of liquid atomisation. The conducted experimental studies allow us to assess the efficiency of gas-liquid ejection apparatus. The article considers the experimental dependences of the "sulphite number" on the pressure drop across the nozzle and the ejector diameter.

Efficiency assessment of gas-liquid ejection apparatus with different ejector diameters

The article describes the analysis of gas-liquid ejection apparatuses designs. The authors consider the trends of design for innovative apparatuses, anddwell on implementation for devices using the process of liquid atomisation. The conducted experimental studies allow us to assess the efficiency of gas-liquid ejection apparatus. The article considers the experimental dependences of the "sulphite number" on the pressure drop across the nozzle and the ejector diameter.

The cyclical nature of dualistic trends in urban design. Historical analysis of the creative attitudes of selected masters over the centuries

In this article, the authors raise issues of dualistic solutions in urban design and city development. It should be noted at the outset that the very concept of duality is not obvious and is inherently ambiguous. The numerous definitions that exist are very general. We can distinguish several disciplines and scientific areas where the concept of dualism occurs or can appear. At the same time, the definition of each of these phenomena will be different, depending on the area in which it occurs. Hence, the authors have made a far-reaching reduction in the types of dualisms, narrowing the area of research to the creative attitudes of urban planners, philosophers of space, artists, and architects in historical terms. The aim of the search for dual features in spatial forms is to find the key to a better understanding of the laws governing urban planning and urbanisation processes. Verification of opposites and dual characteristics takes place on three levels: community, form, and function. The urban conditions that occur contribute to the creation of new qualities and new spatial forms, which help redefine the city and its development. The paper is based on the thesis that dualism is a permanent feature of spatial solutions (a recurring feature) across the spectrum of history.

When it’s cute but also dark: critical analysis of FarmVille 3’s game design in the digital economy

ABSTRACT ‘Cute design’ or ‘cuteness’ is a known design and development trend in the digital economy, with a proven advertising and marketing appeal to both children and adults. However, we postulate that it may also be an effective dark pattern. The following analysis uses the popular online game FarmVille 3 to illustrate the potential dark side of cuteness in digital game design. Through an explorative game analysis, the cute aesthetic can be identified as pervasive and multi-factored. At the same time, the history and economic steer behind the game shows a clear interest in user data ownership and control. Here, we flag cute design as a risk to human autonomy, and therefore a significant regulatory concern. This original conceptualisation of ‘cute but dark’ design is significant in its potential to manipulate the consumer autonomy of both children and adults. Current regulatory frameworks should empower the end user against the manipulate steer of cute but dark design, considering cultural nuances of what might be deemed cute user interfaces, and the vulnerabilities of certain consumer groups. Regulatory development should constitute a more streamlined approach to dark patterns, that enables a thriving digital economy while maintaining rigorous consumer protection.

Contemporary trends in graphic design

The significance of graphic design is increasing day by day. People need visually striking and engaging content in a rapidly changing digital world. Graphic design can help to deliver a message effectively to the target audience. Colors, typography, and visual elements can boost brand awareness by increasing retention. It should also be noted that people pay more attention to content they find visually appealing. Assessing the current state of graphic design is important for understanding the development, trends, and future directions of the discipline. It is observed that graphic design has a great impact on digital platforms till date. Digital media such as social media, websites and mobile apps have enabled rapid sharing and consumption of visual content. Therefore, the rivalry to produce quality content and gain attention has increased. When assessing the current condition of graphic design, it is necessary to pay attention to trends and technological developments. Design trends such as minimalism, typographically oriented design and vibrant color palettes attract attention. In addition, technologies such as augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) have enabled designers to deliver new and immersive experiences.

Current perspectives and trend of computer-aided drug design: a review and bibliometric analysis.

Computer-aided drug design (CADD) is a drug design technique for computing ligand‒receptor interactions and is involved in various stages of drug development. To better grasp the frontiers and hotspots of CADD, we conducted a review analysis through bibliometrics. A systematic review of studies published between 2000 and July 20, 2023 was conducted following the PRISMA guidelines. Literature on CADD was selected from the Web of Science Core Collection. General information, publications, output trends, countries/regions, institutions, journals, keywords, and influential authors were visually analysed using software such as Excel, VOSviewer, RStudio, and CiteSpace. A total of 2,031 publications were included. These publications primarily originated from 99 countries or regions, led by the U.S. and China. Among the contributors, MacKerell AD had the highest number of articles and greatest influence. The Journal of Medicinal Chemistry was the most cited journal, whereas the Journal of Chemical Information and Modeling had the highest number of publications. Influential authors in the field were identified. Current research shows active collaboration between countries, institutions, and companies. CADD technologies such as homology modelling, pharmacophore modelling, quantitative conformational relationships, molecular docking, molecular dynamics simulation, binding free energy prediction, and high-throughput virtual screening can effectively improve the efficiency of new drug discovery. Artificial intelligence-assisted drug design and screening based on CADD represent key topics direction for future development. Furthermore, this paper will be helpful for better understanding the frontiers and hotspots of CADD.

Enhancing Sustainable Railway Station Design in Tropical Climates: Insights from Thailand’s Architectural Theses and Case Studies

An environmentally conscious architectural design of a railway station can have a substantial influence on government spending. Nevertheless, an extensive collection of guidelines for using sustainable design principles in the construction of a railway station can provide several advantages. The goal is to review design visions for railway stations in Thailand, as reflected in student theses and government proposals, from 1983 to 2022 for sustainable design aspects in tropical climates. We perform an analysis of architectural design aspects including service areas, shape, entrances, roofing, style, and development in order to uncover design trends and possible areas that may be enhanced. Station designs are mostly characterized by curved and gable roofs, with 3D curved buildings being the next most common feature. High speed rail (HSR) stations stress local cultural elements in their major entrances while also improving passenger flow. Public buildings frequently employ curved or gabled porticos to achieve a majestic look. Although university theses place a high importance on conceptual design and functionality, it is essential to also consider cost-effectiveness. Key design considerations for future railway stations are transparency, connection, efficient mobility, and cost–time efficiency. The research uncovers deficiencies in user-centered design for thermal comfort and inclusiveness (design-for-all) in Thailand’s tropical environment. Addressing these aspects is critical for future sustainable railway station design evaluations.

Experimental validation for the combination of funnel control with a feedforward control strategy

AbstractCurrent engineering design trends, such as lightweight machines and human–machine interaction, often lead to underactuated systems. Output trajectory tracking of such systems is a challenging control problem. Here, we use a two-design-degree of freedom control approach by combining funnel feedback control with feedforward control based on servo-constraints. We present experimental results to verify the approach and demonstrate that the addition of a feedforward controller mitigates drawbacks of the funnel controller. We also present new experimental results for the real-time implementation of a feedforward controller based on servo-constraints on a minimum phase system.

Knowledge Map on Construction of Ceramic Tableware Design

The research analyzed 347 ceramic tableware design papers published in the CNKI database from 2003 to 2023 through CiteSpace, revealing the hotspots and future trends of ceramic tableware design research in the past 20 years. The study employs descriptive statistical analysis, keyword mapping, and burst detection to emphasize the critical role of metrics in future research. The graphical quantification reveals the research trends in ceramic tableware design, identifies the research gaps, challenges, and opportunities, and provides a firm reference and new ideas for future research.

Connecting the Elderly Using VR: A Novel Art-Driven Methodology

Demographic change confronts us with an ever-increasing number of elderly people who face isolation and socialization issues. Background: The main challenge of this study is to inject emotional and aesthetic aspects into the design process of a virtual reality (VR) social space for the elderly. In this context, we asked architects and artists to improve the perception elderly people have of their way of communicating with others. Artists, in collaboration with computer engineers, designed experiences that evoke positive cognitive and emotional feelings and memories by following design trends and aesthetic values likely to be appreciated by older people, which were integrated in VR. Methods: We approached our goal by implementing an innovative art-driven methodology, using a plethora of technologies and methods, such as VR, artificial intelligence algorithms, visual analysis, and 3D mapping, in order to make design decisions based on a detailed understanding of the users’ preferences and collective behavior. Results: A so-called virtual village “Cap de Ballon” was co-created, having a public space inspired by the villages of Santorini and Meteora and a private space inspired by the 3D scanning of an elderly person’s apartment. Conclusions: The overall concept of the VR village‘s utility, design, and interior design were appreciated by the end users and the concept was evaluated as original and stimulating for creativity.

The Influence of Ecological Aspects on the Development of New Trends in the Clothing Design

Public concern about environmental issues is one of the main reasons for the new concept in the design of the "environmental approach". The clothes of the future should reflect problems of ecology of the person, to be attractive, to transfer to it sensations of calmness, naturalness, the liberties causing positive emotions. The problem of ecologization of consumption has led to a qualitative change in the design tasks - not so much improvement of form and function as reduction of excessive quantity of design products, revision of materials and technologies, formation of a new structure of needs has come to the fore.The environmental trend in design, which became a response to the negative consequences of technological progress, arose back in the 1970s. It is focused on maximum savings in resources and materials, achieving an optimal cost ratio in the production of a product and its durability, development of new materials and technologies that do not harm the environment. The ecological approach to design has become fundamentally new, posing completely new challenges for design. The ecological approach to design has become fundamentally new, posing completely new challenges for design. The ecological style of that time involved clothing made from natural fabrics, with a predominance of natural colors. However, since then there have been changes in understanding the impact of environmental issues on clothing design. The ecological approach is becoming the main component of the designers' philosophy. Designers began to use environmentally friendly materials, including recycled materials that are absolutely harmless to the environment.

The Symbolism of the Dragon in the Design of Clothing and Accessories in the Context of Updating the Traditional Cultural Heritage of China

As a traditional clothing symbol that is unique to the Chinese nation, the dragon symbol combines the distinctive features of the Chinese nation, reflecting the depth of mental changes and the historical context of Chinese culture. The image of the dragon has formed a kind of dragon pattern as a certain set of ideas about the culture that encoded all its changes. Therefore, in national clothing the dragon image has been one of the most favorite patterns for thousands of years. With the interweaving of world cultures and the deepening of the concept of clothing design, the dragon pattern will incorporate fresh elements of Western culture while maintaining the essence of traditional Chinese culture, and show a new design image through the utilization of various innovative ideas and design methods. The following methods were used for the study: literature review, field research, analysis of design cases, analysis of fashion trends. Using these methods, the specifics of using dragon designs in the fashion industry in different seasons and years are analyzed, and the trend of their evolution in the field of high fashion is studied. In the article we analyzed modern trends of clothing design and gave their characteristics. The results of the study showed that even in modern youth fashion this national symbol is actively used, which indicates that the patterns and images of the dragon have real applicability and wide prospects of application in modern fashion design. Modern clothing design provides a rich cultural heritage for modern clothing to retain the characteristics of civilization on the basis of continuous innovation. The use of dragon motifs in modern clothing not only meets the aesthetic concepts of modern people, but also adds vitality to clothing design.

What Does the History of Inpatient Psychiatric Unit Design Tell Us About Balancing Safety and Healing for Patients With Suicidal Behaviors?

Since the Joint Commission shifted its focus to suicide mitigation strategy implementation in behavioral health units in 2007, examining modern design trends in historical context is more clinically and ethically important than ever. This article considers architectural evolutions in how health care organizations have used structure and space designs to balance safety and healing when housing patients who are suicidal.

China-aided conference buildings in developing countries: a mosaic analysis of database

ABSTRACT The China-aided conference building has garnered global attention due to its diplomatic implications, symbolic representation, iconic stature, and bilateral cultural expression. These constructions play a significant role in the cross-cultural communication of Chinese architecture under the One Belt and One Road Initiative (BRI). Despite the prevalence of such buildings with China’s aid, there exists a substantial gap in the systematic and comprehensive research on this topic. This study constructed a database of 157 China-aided conference buildings, spanning from 1962 to 2022. This data was subsequently analyzed by a mosaic approach, employing a model of six indicators across two dimensions: macro characteristics and building ontology. The results indicate that the macro-distribution characteristics mirror China’s trends in international cooperation and development and are closely tied to China’s political policies and economic conditions. Chinese architects exhibit eclectic expressions, incorporating modern architectural language, local culture, and Chinese architectural culture. These findings also highlight the ongoing evolution of the Chinese architectural knowledge system. This research complements Chinese architecture and China’s aid, offering designers, researchers, and policymakers in cross-border architecture a comprehensive perspective and design trends of China-aided conference buildings. This is particularly beneficial for the cross-cultural communication of overseas architectural cooperation under the BRI.

Research on the Development Trend of Urban Waterfront Space Design from The Perspective of Citespace

As a unique regional unit, the vitality of its waterfront space drives urban development to a certain extent. Focusing on the design and construction of urban waterfront spaces at home and abroad, CiteSpace software was used to quantitatively analyze to extract basic information such as regional time zones and hot keywords, construct a co-emergence map of hot research fields, analyze the development pulse of urban waterfront spaces, and elaborate possible future research directions, and strive to provide academic support for future research on the design of waterfront spaces along the waterfront in Macao and the same area. The analysis shows that a research system with urban waterfront space as the theme has been formed, and the research scope is subdivided into conceptual planning, mountain cities, urban renewal, urban double repair, urban vitality, etc., but the research and development in the system are uneven, and the research field continues to expand, and the research around urban double repair and urban vitality will continue to heat up and become the main research direction in the future.

Quantitative Research Design and Sample Trends: A Systematic Examination of Emerging Paradigms and Best Practices

Research design and sampling are pivotal in scientific research, shaping methodology and ensuring the credibility and validity of findings, necessitating clear and focused attention from researchers. Based on the above statement the study was focused on underlining the research design's basic terms and sample in order for researchers to be reliable in their research. The study used PRISMA to select the sample of documents. 30 major studies were used to explain the research objectives. The study covers only four types of research design i.e. Descriptive, Developmental, Experimental, and Casual Comparative. Results highlight the four research designs that aim to answer, words to be concerned with during objective setting, statistical tools, data visualization, words to be selected during hypothesis setting based on tools, and the minimum number of samples required depending on various tools. The research concludes that the choice of effective research design terms is pivotal. In statistical analysis, hypothesis wording directs research, with terminology so depending on the tools appropriate words need to be selected. Researchers need to make sure that the minimum sample size is right. However, larger samples improve the stability and accuracy of results. This study contributes by explaining essential research design terminology on sample selection, and their influence on statistical analysis, providing researchers with a clear guide to improve credibility and validity in their work.

The Ornamentation of Single Wooden Chairs in Jepara From The 17th to The 20th Century

The ornamentation of single chairs is a crucial aspect in furniture design, contributing to the aesthetic value and beauty. This qualitative descriptive study utilized fieldwork data collection methods to delve into the chair ornamentation in Jepara, a coastal area in Central Java renowned for its carved furniture industry. This industry reaches all societal layers, from the low to the high income groups. The study identified a design revolution that shifted the focus of chair decoration from mere ornaments to form and function. Specifically, the ornamentation in the design of single wooden chairs in Jepara includes two main motifs: flora and fauna, as well as geometric. The study also explores how innovation in the ornamentation of Jepara's single chairs contributes to the competitiveness in local and international markets, highlighting the importance of design in the furniture industry. Furthermore, this research reveals the impact of the interaction between Jepara's carving art traditions and modern design trends, creating a unique synergy that enriches both cultural heritage and contemporary aesthetics. This analysis uncovers how each chair style with its respective ornamentation reflects the distinctive cultural and social background of the region.

Design Resistance. Material Solutions for local remoteness

Material design and indigenous knowledge are more often intertwined in the contemporary practice of design. Sustainable design is evolving towards discourses that stress the relevance of local interventions and the diverse contribution native cultures can give in shaping post-developed societies. This paper addresses the topic of endemic material design in decentralised areas through Material Driven Design experience by analysing the project called Viral Nature, a material research and design of a composite material able to host vegetal life and attract biodiversity. Originally formulated as a potential design intervention against soil degradation and desertification, nonetheless, the exposure of Viral Nature artefacts to the public showed its potential to be employed as a communicative medium to foster human feelings of environmental empathy. A case study to display a design trend leading toward resistant practices of biointegrated design, to investigate and hypothesise how endemic DIY-Material Design strategies enhance the functionality of the material experience and encourage a change of paradigm towards alternative solutions for the pluriverse.

Digital Electronic System-on-Chip Design: Methodologies, Tools, Evolution, and Trends.

This paper reviews the evolution of methodologies and tools for modeling, simulation, and design of digital electronic system-on-chip (SoC) implementations, with a focus on industrial electronics applications. Key technological, economic, and geopolitical trends are presented at the outset, before reviewing SoC design methodologies and tools. The fundamentals of SoC design flows are laid out. The paper then exposes the crucial role of the intellectual property (IP) industry in the relentless improvements in performance, power, area, and cost (PPAC) attributes of SoCs. High abstraction levels in design capture and increasingly automated design tools (e.g., for verification and validation, synthesis, place, and route) continue to push the boundaries. Aerospace and automotive domains are included as brief case studies. This paper also presents current and future trends in SoC design and implementation including the rising, evolution, and usage of machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) algorithms, techniques, and tools, which promise even greater PPAC optimizations.