design-aerobics 2008: human needs cycle introduction ...................................................................................................................................................................................




introduction to
the human needs cycle





humans have a number of needs that are instinctoid,
that are innate. these needs are classified as ‘conative
needs,’ ‘cognitive needs’, and ‘aesthetic needs’
including the biological requirements for food, water,
air, and sleep... although all needs are instinctive,
some are more powerful than others.
in life, being transitory, we pass different stages of
personal development.
as mortal entities, there are a series of biologically
and psychologically determined events which are
common to most human lives, and some which are
inevitable for all. the ongoing way in which humans
react to or cope with these events is
‘the human condition’.
we are drawn toward the sense of mystery in life
and the instinctual need of humans to make the most
of their abilities accompany every stage -
motivation, reducing tension and avoiding frustration is
tying along with the growth, happiness and satisfaction
of every person.

shakespeare says in hamlet:
'what a piece of work is a man!
how noble in reason!
how infinite in faculties!
in form and moving, how express and admirable!
in action how like an angel!
in apprehension, how like a god!
the beauty of the world!
the paragon of animals!
and yet, to me, what is this quintessence of dust?'


we are to undergo four main periods of life,
designboom offers 4 themes, related to the 4
transitional stages of life (which might overlap
or be strictly devided).

what has design to do with the capacity of
humans to exercise introspection and the
willingness to learn more about our fundamental
nature, purpose and essence?



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sex

one of the most basic human acts and instincts,
is a main topic of exploration for many talented
people in the creation of artwork...
see the lesson list


course duration:
january 23 - march 23, 2008

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work

in this stage of life, correlated with the aging process,
the individual contributes to economic and social
welfare of the community...

course duration:
april 23 - june 23, 2008

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spirituality

youth and middle age are for fulfilling one's desires
and duties, and when a person is spiritually ready,
he is allowing the young to replace him in power positions...

course duration:
july 03 - september 01, 2008


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childhood

children spend time playing, investigating the world,
using their imaginations to spice up their days...

course duration:
october 01 - december 7, 2008












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the human needs cycle has been conceived
by birgit lohmann in collaboration with milly harris
© designboom 2008















still life, 2001
© sam taylor wood














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