This is the example that I’ve been referring to throughout part A. The MacBook is the best example of where aesthetically pleasing design meets usability. The MacBook was the forefront of what laptops look and feel like in the current generation of Windows laptops, such as the Lenovo Think Pad, as its easy to use, simple design along with its clean and user friendly software. This combination is what makes sales of this laptop exceed others in its class. The MacBook is the example of user-focused design.
The ergonomic officer chair is another product that ticks the boxes of design and useability. The design of the office chair is very appealing, with curved lines gives it a modern feel and look. However, the usability of the ergonomic chair is where it has become an office staple. It hugs and supports the body, making sitting down for long periods of time easy and the long-term problems, such as back pain, less severe. It is also cheap to buy and often comes in easy to assemble flat pack. The ergonomic chair is a testament to the Aesthetic Usability Effect.
People with arthritis suffer everyday with their debilitating illness. With 3.85million Australians currently with arthritis and it costing 23.9million dollars to the healthcare system (Arthritis Australia, 2012) it is easy to see why business invest in products aimed at people who suffer arthritis. The product above is just an example of the many products available to sufferers. As this is a highly competitive market, these products require the usage of the Aesthetic Usability Effect. Curved designs and contrasting colours of most products make it aesthetically pleasing and practical as it helps the users to see and grab the product. In this market, Aesthetic Usability Effect has to be implemented to succeed.
Works Cited:
Arthritis Australia. (2012, June 1). What is Arthritis? Retrieved Oct 23, 2013, from Arthritis Australia: http://www.arthritisaustralia.com.au/index.php/arthritis-information/what-is-arthritis.html
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