2 сем / монологи / Design

You are going to give a talk

The text of the monologue

Vocabulary,

about DESIGN.

Grammar

Structures,

Linking Words

and Phrases

Step 1. Introduction

Terence Conran once said, that

1. Start with a hook sentence that

design occupied a unique space between

will attract the listener’s attention (a

art and science.

It's worth noting that

quote, a proverb, etc.).

2. Lead your speech steadily to the

design is not just the thought of an artist

main part of your talk.

or designer. Design is a combination of

3. The introduction may consist of

3-6 sentences.

many factors, which can be related not

only to the idea, but also to time.

Step 2. Design is Everywhere

To begin with,

design refers to the

To begin with

2.1 What is design? What do

process of creating a plan or drawing for

designers do? What are essential

elements of a good design?

the construction or production of

Similarly

2.2 Describe the design of an object

something, with the goal of solving a

problem or fulfilling a need.

Similarly,

turn an idea

you own (a laptop, a PC, a phone, a

car, a coffee machine, etc.). Speak

designers are professionals who work in a

into something

about its shape, colour, materials,

variety of fields, such as graphic design,

desirable

size, special / unique features.

industrial design, fashion design, and

more. They use their creative skills and

add value to

technical knowledge to

turn an idea into

people’s lives

something desirable

that can

add value to

people’s lives

.

For example,

the essential

For example

elements of a good design include

functionality, aesthetics, sustainability,

Furthermore

and usability.

Furthermore,

a well-

designed product or service should

fulfil

fulfil a user’s

a user’s need

, be easy to use, visually

need

pleasing, and have a minimal impact on

the environment.

is made of

The object that I own and would like

aluminum

to describe is my laptop. It has a sleek,

slim design with a silver metallic finish,

Besides

which makes it look modern and stylish.

The laptop

is made of aluminum

and

Additionally

glass, which gives it a premium feel. It

has a 16-inch screen size that is perfect

Moreover

for both work and entertainment, and its

light weight makes it easy to carry

excellent value

around.

Besides,

one of the unique

for money

features of my laptop is its backlit

keyboard, which makes it easy to type in

aimed at

low light conditions. It also has a built-in

fingerprint scanner that provides secure

access to my files and documents.

Additionally,

it has a long battery life,

which is perfect for working on the go.

Moreover,

my laptop is an

excellent

value for money

and fulfils all my

computing needs. In designing this

laptop, the manufacturer

aimed at

creating a product that is both functional

and aesthetically pleasing, while also

being user-friendly and durable. The use

of high-quality materials like aluminum

and glass not only makes it visually

appealing but also enhances its durability.

It is an excellent example of a well-

designed product that fulfils the needs of

its users.

Step 3. Design through the Ages

Design has been influenced by

On the one

3.1 Speak about the main ideas,

different ideas and movements

hand

which influenced design at different

times (in the 20th century, at the

throughout history.

On the one hand,

in

beginning of the 21st century).

the 20th century, the focus was on

a time of short-

3.2 Which design period is the most

creating mass-produced products that

lived products

exciting/interesting for you? Why?

were affordable for the general public.

This led to

a time of short-lived products,

On the other

where manufacturers prioritized quantity

hand

over quality. At the same time, advances

in communication and transportation

worried about

allowed for a more globalized design

damage to the

approach.

On the other hand,

at the

environment

beginning of the 21st century, designers

began to be more

worried about damage

creating

to the environment,

which led to a focus

energy-saving

on

creating energy-saving products.

This

products

included the development of solar-

powered cars and electric cars, as well as

focus on

a

focus on product durability.

Designers

product

also started to

give products smooth and

durability

curved shapes

and

have ergonomic

design

to increase efficiency and user

give products

comfort. The use of aerodynamics in car

smooth and

design also became more prevalent

curved shapes

during this time.

For me, the most exciting design

have

period is the one at the beginning of the

ergonomic

21st century, where there was a strong

design

focus on environmental sustainability and

increase the efficiency.

Develop solar-

increase the

powered and electric cars

was a

efficiency

particularly interesting and

Develop solar-

groundbreaking innovation. The

use of

powered and

aerodynamics in car design

also

electric cars

fascinated me, as it not only increased

efficiency but also resulted in sleek and

use of

futuristic-looking cars. I appreciate the

aerodynamics

efforts of designers to create products that

in car design

are not only functional but also

environmentally friendly, and this makes

this period of design particularly

inspiring for me.

Step 4. Innovations

Innovative designs are typically

commission an

4.1 How are innovative designs

developed by designers who balance

artist to design

developed?

form, function, and beauty in their work.

a product

4.2 Speak about one of

the

They may

commission an artist to design

successful

designers / design

a product

that

confers status on the owner

confers status

companies of the 20th and

21st

centuries.

Give

examples

of

or

fits with current trends.

They may also

on the owner

innovative

ideas

implemented

by

introduce new methods

that use

the designer / design company.

renewable materials

or

incorporate the

fits with

idea of fun

into design. Successful

current trends

designers

place design above profitability

and

take risks

to

gain market share.

They

introduce new

also

balance engineering and technical

methods

knowledge with new ideas,

using by-

products of the industry

to create new

renewable

products.

materials

One of the most successful design

companies of the 20th and 21st centuries

incorporate the

is Apple Inc. Steve Jobs, the co-founder

idea of fun

of Apple, was known for his innovative

ideas and designs that revolutionized the

place design

tech industry.

Also,

Apple products have

above

become iconic for their sleek and

profitability

minimalist design, and the company has a

reputation for introducing new methods

take risks

and taking risks. The iPod, iPhone, and

iPad are examples of Apple's successful

gain market

products that

balance form and function

share

and beauty.

The use of renewable

materials such as recycled aluminum in

balance

Apple products also demonstrates the

engineering

company's commitment to sustainability.

and technical

Additionally, the incorporation of the

knowledge

idea of fun into design, such as with the

with new ideas

Animoji feature on the iPhone, showcases

the company's ability to balance

using by-

practicality and entertainment. Apple's

products of the

success can be attributed to its focus on

industry

design and the incorporation of new ideas

into its products.

Also

balance form

and function

and beauty

Step 5. CREATIVE THINKING

Introduce your own extra idea(s) on

the topic that hasn’t / haven’t been

mentioned before. Justify

your

choice.

Step 6. Conclusion

To sum up,

design has undergone

To sum up

Summarise the ideas of steps

significant changes throughout history,

2,3,4,5.

and it is continually evolving. Successful

designers and design companies strive to

balance form, function, and beauty in

their work, while taking calculated risks

and introducing new methods.

By using

renewable materials, focusing on product

durability, and incorporating fun into

design, designers can achieve a

sustainable and enjoyable user

experience.

It can be concluded that

design plays an integral role in improving

people's lives and fulfilling their needs,

and a great design can be recognized by

its excellent value for money.

If a product

is aimed at the user's needs and is

designed with ergonomic features, it can

confer status on the owner.

If an artist is

commissioned to design a product, it can

achieve worldwide success. Finally, if a

design company prioritizes design over

profitability and takes risks to incorporate

new ideas, it can gain market share and

achieve long-term success.