The document provides a design brief for a universal bread bin. It outlines the problem of lack of kitchen workspace due to clutter and proposes a design for an airtight bread bin with a pull-out bread board and knife storage. The design requirements specify that the bin must be movable, airtight, safe to handle, able to fit most décor, and easily cleanable with knives safely stored. Research is then presented on materials, existing products, joining techniques, and finishes to inform the design.

1. Name: Oliver DerhamCandidate Number:Lord Wandsworth CollegeCentre Number: 58433Resistance MaterialsEdexcel GCSEYear 2010Page Number: 1

2. Design BriefSituation:OLLI Derham is renowned for his simple design solutions for simple problems in the household. The latest problem is found in the kitchen. The mind boggler that we are going to solve this time is the breadbin. The reasoning for this is that on the work top there tends to be not enough space to cook without having something in the way, therefore other than being cluttered this can cause a variety of hazards, such as pans tipping up, sharp objects can cause injury to a person and if the breadbin itself is left open the bread can become off. Therefore the breadbin also needs to be airtight to stop the bread going off.Design:The way in which I intend to solve this is to make a universal bread bin. This will include an airtight breadbin with the usefulness of a pull out breadboard with handmade bespoke knives and a useful storage space for condiments and other kitchen objects. I also intend to put a rubber seal on the lid to stop air getting in and making the bread become off/ stale.Design Requirements:Must be able to be easily moved

3. Must be airtight to keep bread fresh

4. Must be safe to handle – so not cumbersome, i.e. not too heavy, and must not have sharp edges for health and safety reasons

5. Must to be able to fit most people’s home décor

6. Must be able to be easily cleaned

7. Knives must be kept in safe storage and not sticking outPage Number: 2

8. Analysis of Design BriefWood could come from softwoods as it grows quicker, thus replenishing trees cut downMetal could be recycledSo bread doesn’t go offWood could be recycledLid must not slam down in case of hand injuryi.e. round edgesBuffing machine + polish for finishKnives must be in protected casing in case of hand injuryNo sharp edgesMaterials must be environmentally friendlyBread must be kept airtightKnives must not blunt easilyAcrylicWhole unit must be of a compact sizeMust be easily cleanedSteelLid must not break offMust not dent easilyAcrylicFormerEach item of the product must be easily accessibleCad/ CamTo agree with specificationStrip heaterMild SteelSeal must not disintegrateAluminium IngotForgeUser RequirementsSafetySand CasterMust have chopping board for meat and breadEquipmentsustainabilityAluminiumMetal could be recycledSteelMust keep bread freshAcrylicUniversal Bread BinMaterialsWood could come from softwoods as it grows quicker, thus replenishing trees cut downPerformance RequirementsMust keep kitchen tidyHard or soft wood, i.e. pine or oakFinishes i.e. paint or varnishFormMust hold knivesMust hold a variety of breads and amountsFinishComponentsFunctionContemporary version of classic cottage bread binWood could be recycledResearchTo keep kitchen less clutteredi.e. have chopping board and knives, storage for condiments and bread bin areaTo be a universal bread binTo keep bread freshPicturesBodyBread boardKnivesHome storesHandlesInternetHome ownersFeetVarnished, polished, brush finish on metal, spray painti.e. Tesco, Homebase, e.t.c.Temporary fixings, such as wood screws, nuts and bolts and other fixings such as gluePage Number: 3

9. Brief Evaluations of Existing ProductsSimple design, easy to use and good economical priceGreat look, easy to use, quite pricey however, especially in recent timesName of Product, Wesco Grandy Breadbin:Dimensions- Height 170mm, Width 420mm, Length 230mm

10. Price- £101.52

11. Style- Retro

12. Colour- Orange powder coat

13. Components- Sheet steel body, Tempered steel rod handle, piano hinge

14. Special Features- Air tight seal runs around entire rimName of Product, Pro Cook Breadbin:Dimensions- 270mm Length x 190mm Height x 390mm Wide

15. Price- £20

16. Style- modern

17. Colour- jet black and brushed steel

18. Components- Chrome plated tempered steel formed handle, Aluminium Lid, Aluminium Base, Two pivot hinges

19. Special Features- Holes for air circulationSimple look, will fit most kitchen designs, compact, easy to use, reasonably priced and window gives a more spacious feelGreat modern look, maybe could be priced lower, special feature very different and stands outName of Product, Stow 1406 Breadbin:Dimensions- Height 150mm, Width 150mm, Length 300mmPrice- £25.43

20. Style- Classic/ modern

21. Colour- Natural white oak

22. Components- White oak body, white oak lid, white oak knob handle

23. Special Features- Glass window on lid lets the user see how much bread is remainingName of Product, EVA Solo Breadbin:Dimensions- 420mm Length x 220mm Height x 160mm Width

24. Price- £71

25. Style- modern

26. Colour- jet black and brushed steel

27. Components-Aluminium Base, Bendy Plastic sheet for lid with magnetic strips for lid to seal

28. Special Features- Materials thin but durable to allow optimum bread capacityPage Number: 4

29. Product ResearchHinges or other lid mechanisms are important for style/ look, ease of operation and for as much space conservation as possibleSize of loaf is important for overall dimensions of the shellHinge mechanisms:There is a variety of hinge mechanisms, the following are the best designs for use-“door hinge”, this common mechanism is simple to fit and use, is cheap and durable

30. Pull off lid,the most reliable system, it involves a lid with a projection. All that needs to be done is for the lid to pull off