Understanding Design Creativity by
Researching Intelligent Computer Support Strategies

CLAUDIA ECKERT

Computing Department, The Open University, Milton Keynes, UK.

MARIAN PETRE

Computing Department, The Open University, Milton Keynes, UK.

HELEN SHARP

Computing Department, The Open University, Milton Keynes, UK.

MARTIN STACEY

Department of Computer and Information Sciences, De Montfort University, Milton Keynes, UK.

Proceedings of the 2nd Conference on Computers in Art and Design Education: Digital Creativity
University of Derby, Derby, 1997, pp 181-185.

Open University Computing Department Research Report 97/03

Abstract. Sources of inspiration, such as garments, works of art or natural objects, are used throughout the knitwear design process to establish the context for a new season, to provide a basis for concrete design and to set colour schemes. Through a combination of observational studies, experimental techniques and computer modelling, the 'Mechanisms of Inspiration in Novel Design' (MIND) project seeks to understand the use of sources of inspiration in the knitwear industry. The goal of the research is to provide a basis for improved support for designers in terms of computer tools, organisational support and work-oriented education.

Keywords: Sources of inspiration, creativity, knitwear, CAD.

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