Essays about: "Artisans"

Showing result 6 - 10 of 14 essays containing the word Artisans.

1. 6. Textile craft producer Jordan River Foundation’s collaborative design development with IKEA

   University essay from Högskolan i Borås/Akademin för textil, teknik och ekonomi

   Author : Jamila Juzer Siamwalla; [2019]
   Keywords : collaboration; design development; co-designing; textile crafts; craft production;

   Abstract : Background: The production of textile crafts requires resources and skilled artisans. In modern times, textile crafts sold in the global market are often made through collaboration involving artisans and profit, social and non-profit enterprises with aim to globalize the aesthetic or styling, structural aspects, and marketability of the crafted product. READ MORE

3. 7. Går det att odla ekologiskt vårvete för hantverksmässig bakning i Jämtlands län?

   University essay from SLU/Dept. of Agricultural Research for Northern Sweden

   Author : Amanda Halvarsson; [2018]
   Keywords : vårvete; lantvetesorter; bakegenskaper; vetets historik; vetets genetik; Triticum; odlingsåtgärder; väderdata; falltal; glutenhalt; kvalitetsegenskaper;

   Abstract : Intresset för hantverksmässig bakning med vete ökar. Utifrån detta kommer denna studie att belysa kedjan från ”jord till bord” genom odlingsförsök, intervjuundersökning samt bakning på mjöl från försökssorterna som bedöms av en smakpanel. Sortförsöket med vårvete (Triticum Aestivum L. READ MORE

4. 8. Globalising Local Craft : enhancing collaboration between Indian rural artisans and Swedish IKEA designers

   University essay from Konstfack/Industridesign

   Author : Josefin Strid; [2017]
   Keywords : Cultural Awareness; Design; Social Entrepreneurs; Textiles; India; Co-creation; Craft; Confidence; Equality;

   Abstract : The aim of this project is to further enable emancipation of Indian craftswomen through the use of an alternative co-design process. As a designer working with textiles and fashion I was interested to explore how I could positively impact the production process of textiles. READ MORE

5. 9. Adoption of effective improved cookstoves in sub-Sahara Africa: case study in the Arua District

   University essay from KTH/Energi och klimatstudier, ECS

   Author : Alwin Bubendorfer; [2012]
   Keywords : Effective improved cookstoves; sustainable development; 3-Step approach; improved project methodology; holistic approach; artisan structure; climate change mitigation and adaptation; biodiversity conservation; ecosystem service protection;

   Abstract : In rural areas of least developed countries, the preparation of meals remains the predominant energy consuming activity. Cooking is mostly performed with firewood – using the ancient “technology” of the 3-stone fire. READ MORE

6. 10. Vertical extensions of the Urban Swahili house : A proposal for standardised two-storey construction

   University essay from KTH/Byggvetenskap

   Author : Hanna Kruse; Lotta Torstensson; [2011]
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   Abstract : A decent shelter is a basic human need. In developing countries, where the industrialisation process is accompanied by rapid urbanisation, the population solves their housing situation within limits of their own savings. READ MORE