This document outlines the IDEATE design loop process for developing a design portfolio, including identifying and defining the problem, exploring possible alternatives, choosing and planning solutions, developing the chosen solution, testing it, evaluating the results, and presenting the portfolio. The process involves researching the problem, sketching potential solutions, justifying the chosen design, documenting the construction process, testing against specifications, assessing the product and design experience, and presenting the final project.

1. THE DESIGN PROCESS DESIGN PORTFOLIO

2. The IDEATE Design Loop I dentify and Define the Problem D evelop the design brief E xplore possible alternatives A ccumulate and assess the alternatives T ry out the best solution E valuate the results

3. Define the problem Interpret the Challenge and Specification showing good understanding of what the solution should achieve .

4. Exploring the problem Research the problem to get the following: A definition for the type of product you will make. Get pictures of examples. Record the source of your information.

5. Pick and Plan Possible solution 2 solution to the problem Brief explanation of the features of each design Pictures, sketches or a description

6. Pick and Plan Chosen solution Chosen solution clearly identified Use a rating scale to justify choice Rational any advantage of the chosen solution.

7. Development work List the materials List the tools Steps in Construction with Labeled diagrams.

8. Testing List the test you will carry out on your product. Ensure that it relates to the specifications in the challenge. Design a table to record the results.

9. Evaluation Assess your product. Evaluate your solution with reference to test results. Self/peer evaluation of experiences (process, group work) Limitation and opportunity for further work identified

10. Presentation Present your product to the class. Hand in your portfolio for final marking.