Lecture8 Scandinavian Design

Question 1

Scandinavian countries use local forest resources. Do they create with minimal pigments?

Accepted Answer

True

Question 2

What is the design style of AJ Cutlery? What is its special feature in the film and television field?

Accepted Answer

Streamlined sculptural shape, appeared in 2001 A Space Odyssey

Question 3

Arne Jacobsen's Series 7 Chair was influenced by Alvar Aalto's works.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 4

Post - war, Scandinavian designers merged local crafts with mass - production for a unique style.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 5

When did Arne Jacobsen design the Swan & Egg Chairs for Copenhagen's Royal Hotel?

Accepted Answer

1958

Question 6

What are the design features and significance of Aino Aalto's Bölgeblick Glassware?

Accepted Answer

Simple and space - saving, easy to stack, enhancing structural strength

Question 7

Arne Jacobsen's Swan Chair was technologically innovative in 1958, with a design featuring only curves.

Accepted Answer

True

Question 8

What was the inspiration for the name and shape of Tapio Wirrkala's Kantarelli vase?

Accepted Answer

Woodland fungi (mushrooms)

Question 9

Alvar Aalto preferred wood to steel in his designs. Which of the following is not a main reason?

Accepted Answer

Wood is easier to be processed and formed

Question 10

What elements might have inspired the unique shape of the Savoy vase?

Accepted Answer

Tree growth rings, the fluidity of water, and the outline of Finnish lakes

Question 11

Whose works inspired Arne Jacobsen's Series 7 Chair? What are the design highlights of this chair?

Accepted Answer

Charles and Ray EameHarmonious shell leg contrast,lightweight and stackable

Question 12

What were the technological and design innovations of Arne Jacobsen's Swan Chair designed for the Royal Hotel?

Accepted Answer

No straight lines, all curves. A synthetic material shell

Question 13

What was the purpose of founding the Artek company? What is unique about its design concept?

Accepted Answer

modern furniture,blend tech with Nordic materials & craftsmanship

Question 14

The design inspiration of the Savoy vase may come from which of the following natural elements?

Accepted Answer

Tree growth rings, water, and the outline of Finnish lakes

Question 15

Why did the Paimio Armchair 41 become internationally renowned?

Accepted Answer

Clever structure, new materials, simple - perfect design, practical perks

Question 16

Tapio Wirrkala's Kantarelli vase was inspired by ancient totem patterns.

Accepted Answer

False

Question 17

What changes occurred in the architectural style of Villa Mairea?

Accepted Answer

Functional modern style to a more organic modern architectural style

Question 18

In which year was Alvar Aalto's Paimio Armchair 41 shown at NY World's Fair?

Accepted Answer

1939

Question 19

During what period did the Finnish architect Alvar Aalto work? What important positions did he hold in the design field?

Accepted Answer

In 1930s - 1940s, he led in modern architecture & furniture design.

Question 20

When did Alvar and Aino Aalto design Villa Mairea?

Accepted Answer

1939

Question 21

What design concepts were integrated in Alvar Aalto's Paimio Sanatorium?

Accepted Answer

Rationalism, people - material care, Finnish landscape influence

Question 22

Alvar Aalto's architecture is distinctively Finnish, full of warm humanity and strong individuality

Accepted Answer

True

Question 23

What two elements did Scandinavian design mainly integrate to form its unique style after the war?

Accepted Answer

Local handicraft traditions and mass production techniques

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