Decision

So, after everything, I've decided to pursue my intial idea of making a flat Intallation. It's been a tough decision, and I've taken all feedback onboard, but I just need to go with my gut, now. I will work so much more efficiently if I believe in my idea, and this, I do.

Form follows Function

Form follows function is a principle associated with modern architecture and industrial design in the 20th century. The principle is that the shape of a building or object should be primarily based upon its intended function or purpose.

Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Form_follows_function

I believe the difficulties I've had in trying to make a successful, more unique piece, of my initial idea, are due to the above design model. Forcing a form which doesn't follow its function, is like trying to fit a square peg in a round hole.

My idea wasn't imagined as three-dimensional, it's uniqueness comes from the clever interaction on a two-dimensional plane. As soon as I change the shape of the Installation, I lose its main selling point. I'm confident I can now produce an innovative and well-thought out Installation. I've learnt a lot from this process.