Durable products offer longer lifespan, better value, and reduced environmental impact. Their quality and reliability make them safer and more cost-effective, saving time and money in the long term. We say that a product is durable by comparing it with the similar and comparable products -when its degradation takes longer. Prioritizing product durability and longevity brings numerous advantages that resonate with both businesses and the environment.

Talking about durability is not hard if the material of a product is wood. Of course, as Woodsaka office supplies producers we are aware that there are other factors such as the production quality or workmanship which are also essential elements of a durable wooden product along with others. However, let’s leave them to another blog series as today our focus will be on emotional durability (ED) as mentioned in the previous blog piece. 

If we remember, physical durability is more focused on quality characteristics of the products, and the possibility of the materials used to withstand the wearer.  Emotional durability is much about emotion, value and attachment, which shows itself through growing old gracefully, while accumulating character and value through time.

The ED of a product is as important as it’s PD.  Researches states that ED holds great importance, as unwanted yet functioning and serviceable products can be discarded if an emotional connection isn’t established. All products have a lifecycle where both the physical aspect and the user plays a critical role in determining its life, thus impacting the timespan the product remains relevant. PD can be seen as a cornerstone for longevity, and it changes depends on a range of factors, including construction methods, quality of materials, workmanship, etc. However, according to much research, products often get replaced long before their physical function is compromised, highlighting the need for more attention to psychological aspects, including ED.

ED aims to explore the role of emotions in the process of perception and interaction with products. So, it is important to create a deeper more sustainable bond between people and product. In the case of Woodsaka’s wooden pencil holders and organizers, ED plays a crucial role, primarily because of the material used – wood. Wood inherently possesses emotional durability, evolving and aging gracefully over time. The unique beauty lies in its constant transformation, with every mark and line from usage becoming an integral part of the object’s design.

Emotionally durable design takes center stage here, introducing a radically new approach to sustainable design. The focus is on encouraging responsible consumption through a more conscious effort in designing products meant to be retained. Woodsaka pays close attention while designing office supplies, ensuring that our office accessories are crafted within the concept of ED. This means they are designed to evolve and transform throughout an extended lifecycle. Expertly crafted and engineered, our desktop accessories seamlessly blend with any aesthetic and have the capacity to evolve with the user.

The ED concept posits that the longevity of a product is ensured when people develop deep and complex relationships with material products. One challenge within a product’s lifetime is ensuring continuous satisfaction to foster a deep attachment over time. A well-designed product with quality materials refuses to date and improves with age. Research has shown that once a product attachment is formed, consumers are more likely to care for and repair the product, enabling a long and meaningful life through continuous repair and care.

As examples of contemporary design, our designs enhance modern, minimalist spaces, but they also shine in more traditional, decorative environments. Our designs will be one of the most beautiful pieces in your offices or homes and will add a unique patina to your environment. They have emotional durability in their DNA as they are made wood and designed with love. So, they will the pieces chosen for love – and for life at your places too.

Bibliography

Bhatta, S. R., Tiippana, K., Vahtikari, K., Hughes, M., & Kyttä, M. (2017). Sensory and Emotional Perception of Wooden Surfaces through Fingertip Touch. Frontiers in Psychology, 8, 367. doi: 10.3389/fpsyg.2017.00367

Burcikova, M. (2021). Mundane Durability: The Everyday Practice of Allowing Clothes to Last. In Proceedings of the 4th PLATE 2021 Virtual Conference, Limerick, Ireland, May 26-28, 2021. Retrieved from https://ualresearchonline.arts.ac.uk/id/eprint/18591/1/Burcikova_Mundane%20durability%202021.pdf

Cupchik, G. C. (1999). Emotion and industrial design: Reconciling meanings and feelings. In C. J. Overbeeke & P. Hekkert (Eds.), Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Design and Emotion (pp. 75-82). Delft: Delft University of Technology.

Eren, G. H. (2022). Design for emotional durability: The case of household light design. Sanat&Tasarım Dergisi, 12(1), 283-296.

Fujisaki, W., Tokita, M., & Kariya, K. (2015). Perception of the material properties of wood based on vision, audition, and touch. Vision Research, 109, 185–200. doi: 10.1016/j.visres.2014.11.020

Jensen, M. B. (2021). Emotional Durability– Strategies and Future Integration – A Case Study. PhD dissertation.

Jonsson, J. (2021). Reforming Consumption Habits Through Product Design: Design for Sustainable Development through prolonging product lifetime.

Jordan, P. W. (2000). Designing pleasurable products: An introduction to the new human factors. London: Taylor & Francis.

Mugge, R. (2008). Emotional bonding with products: Investigating product attachment from a design perspective. Saarbrucken: VDM Verlag.

Norman, D. A. (2004). Emotional design: Why we love (or hate) everyday things. New York: Basic Books.

Walker, S. (1995). Sustainable by design: Explorations in theory and practice. London: Earthscan.

WRAP. (2015). Clothing durability report. Banbury: Anthesis & Waste and Resources Action Programme. Retrieved from https://wrap.org.uk/

Yazirlıoğlu, L. (2021). Sustainable design considerations for emotional durability and product longevity through product care activities by repair enthusiasts. Master’s thesis.

Les produits durables offrent une durée de vie plus longue, une meilleure valeur et un impact environnemental réduit. Leur qualité et leur fiabilité les rendent plus sûrs et plus rentables, permettant ainsi d’économiser du temps et de l’argent à long terme. On dit qu’un produit est durable en le comparant à des produits similaires et comparables, lorsque sa dégradation est plus longue. Donner la priorité à la durabilité et à la longévité des produits apporte de nombreux avantages qui résonnent à la fois pour les entreprises et pour l’environnement.

Parler de durabilité n’est pas difficile si le matériau d’un produit est le bois. Bien entendu, en tant que producteurs de fournitures de bureau Woodsaka, nous sommes conscients qu’il existe d’autres facteurs tels que la qualité de la production ou la fabrication qui sont également des éléments essentiels d’un produit en bois durable, entre autres. Cependant, laissons-les à une autre série de blogs, car aujourd’hui, nous nous concentrerons sur la durabilité émotionnelle (DE), comme mentionné dans l’article de blog précédent.

Si l’on s’en souvient, la durabilité physique est davantage axée sur les caractéristiques de qualité des produits et sur la capacité des matériaux utilisés à résister au porteur. La durabilité émotionnelle dépend en grande partie de l’émotion, de la valeur et de l’attachement, qui se manifestent dans le vieillissement gracieux, tout en accumulant du caractère et de la valeur au fil du temps.

L’ED d’un produit est aussi important que sa PD. Les recherches indiquent que la dysfonction érectile revêt une grande importance, car les produits non désirés mais fonctionnels et réparables peuvent être jetés si un lien émotionnel n’est pas établi. Tous les produits ont un cycle de vie où l’aspect physique et l’utilisateur jouent un rôle essentiel dans la détermination de sa durée de vie, affectant ainsi la durée pendant laquelle le produit reste pertinent. Le PD peut être considéré comme la pierre angulaire de la longévité, et son évolution dépend d’une série de facteurs, notamment les méthodes de construction, la qualité des matériaux, la fabrication, etc. Cependant, selon de nombreuses recherches, les produits sont souvent remplacés bien avant que leur fonction physique ne soit compromise. , soulignant la nécessité d’accorder davantage d’attention aux aspects psychologiques, y compris la dysfonction érectile.

ED vise à explorer le rôle des émotions dans le processus de perception et d’interaction avec les produits. Il est donc important de créer un lien plus profond et plus durable entre les personnes et le produit. Dans le cas des pots à crayons et organiseurs en bois de Woodsaka, ED joue un rôle crucial, principalement en raison du matériau utilisé : le bois. Le bois possède intrinsèquement une durabilité émotionnelle, évoluant et vieillissant gracieusement au fil du temps. La beauté unique réside dans sa transformation constante, chaque marque et chaque ligne d’utilisation devenant partie intégrante du design de l’objet.

Le design émotionnellement durable occupe ici une place centrale, introduisant une approche radicalement nouvelle du design durable. L’accent est mis sur l’encouragement d’une consommation responsable grâce à un effort plus conscient dans la conception de produits destinés à être conservés. Woodsaka accorde une attention particulière à la conception des fournitures de bureau, garantissant que nos accessoires de bureau sont fabriqués dans le cadre du concept ED. Cela signifie qu’ils sont conçus pour évoluer et se transformer tout au long d’un cycle de vie prolongé. Conçus et conçus de manière experte, nos accessoires de bureau s’intègrent parfaitement à n’importe quelle esthétique et ont la capacité d’évoluer avec l’utilisateur.

Le concept ED postule que la longévité d’un produit est assurée lorsque les gens développent des relations profondes et complexes avec les produits matériels. L’un des défis de la durée de vie d’un produit est d’assurer une satisfaction continue afin de favoriser un attachement profond au fil du temps. Un produit bien conçu avec des matériaux de qualité refuse de se démoder et se bonifie avec l’âge. Des recherches ont montré qu’une fois l’attachement du produit formé, les consommateurs sont plus susceptibles de prendre soin et de réparer le produit, ce qui lui permet de bénéficier d’une durée de vie longue et significative grâce à une réparation et un entretien continus.

En tant qu’exemples de design contemporain, nos créations mettent en valeur les espaces modernes et minimalistes, mais elles brillent également dans des environnements décoratifs plus traditionnels. Nos créations seront l’une des plus belles pièces de vos bureaux ou maisons et ajouteront une patine unique à votre environnement. Ils ont une durabilité émotionnelle dans leur ADN car ils sont fabriqués en bois et conçus avec amour. Ce seront donc des pièces choisies par amour – et pour la vie chez vous aussi.

Bibliography

Bhatta, S. R., Tiippana, K., Vahtikari, K., Hughes, M., & Kyttä, M. (2017). Sensory and Emotional Perception of Wooden Surfaces through Fingertip Touch. Frontiers in Psychology, 8, 367. doi: 10.3389/fpsyg.2017.00367

Burcikova, M. (2021). Mundane Durability: The Everyday Practice of Allowing Clothes to Last. In Proceedings of the 4th PLATE 2021 Virtual Conference, Limerick, Ireland, May 26-28, 2021. Retrieved from https://ualresearchonline.arts.ac.uk/id/eprint/18591/1/Burcikova_Mundane%20durability%202021.pdf

Cupchik, G. C. (1999). Emotion and industrial design: Reconciling meanings and feelings. In C. J. Overbeeke & P. Hekkert (Eds.), Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Design and Emotion (pp. 75-82). Delft: Delft University of Technology.

Eren, G. H. (2022). Design for emotional durability: The case of household light design. Sanat&Tasarım Dergisi, 12(1), 283-296.

Fujisaki, W., Tokita, M., & Kariya, K. (2015). Perception of the material properties of wood based on vision, audition, and touch. Vision Research, 109, 185–200. doi: 10.1016/j.visres.2014.11.020

Jensen, M. B. (2021). Emotional Durability– Strategies and Future Integration – A Case Study. PhD dissertation.

Jonsson, J. (2021). Reforming Consumption Habits Through Product Design: Design for Sustainable Development through prolonging product lifetime.

Jordan, P. W. (2000). Designing pleasurable products: An introduction to the new human factors. London: Taylor & Francis.

Mugge, R. (2008). Emotional bonding with products: Investigating product attachment from a design perspective. Saarbrucken: VDM Verlag.

Norman, D. A. (2004). Emotional design: Why we love (or hate) everyday things. New York: Basic Books.

Walker, S. (1995). Sustainable by design: Explorations in theory and practice. London: Earthscan.

WRAP. (2015). Clothing durability report. Banbury: Anthesis & Waste and Resources Action Programme. Retrieved from https://wrap.org.uk/

Yazirlıoğlu, L. (2021). Sustainable design considerations for emotional durability and product longevity through product care activities by repair enthusiasts. Master’s thesis.

Langlebige Produkte bieten eine längere Lebensdauer, einen besseren Wert und eine geringere Umweltbelastung. Ihre Qualität und Zuverlässigkeit machen sie sicherer und kostengünstiger und sparen langfristig Zeit und Geld. Wir sagen, dass ein Produkt langlebig ist, indem wir es mit ähnlichen und vergleichbaren Produkten vergleichen – wenn der Abbau länger dauert. Die Priorisierung der Haltbarkeit und Langlebigkeit von Produkten bringt zahlreiche Vorteile mit sich, die sowohl für Unternehmen als auch für die Umwelt Anklang finden.

Über Haltbarkeit zu sprechen ist nicht schwer, wenn das Material eines Produkts Holz ist. Natürlich sind wir uns als Woodsaka-Bürobedarfshersteller bewusst, dass es neben anderen Faktoren auch andere Faktoren wie die Produktionsqualität oder die Verarbeitung gibt, die ebenfalls wesentliche Elemente eines langlebigen Holzprodukts sind. Überlassen wir sie jedoch einer anderen Blog-Serie, da unser Fokus heute auf der emotionalen Haltbarkeit (ED) liegt, wie im vorherigen Blog-Beitrag erwähnt.

Wenn wir uns erinnern, konzentriert sich die physische Haltbarkeit mehr auf die Qualitätsmerkmale der Produkte und die Fähigkeit der verwendeten Materialien, dem Träger standzuhalten. Bei der emotionalen Beständigkeit geht es vor allem um Emotionen, Wert und Bindung, die sich durch ein würdevolles Altern zeigen und gleichzeitig Charakter und Wert im Laufe der Zeit ansammeln.

Der ED eines Produkts ist genauso wichtig wie sein PD. Untersuchungen besagen, dass ED eine große Bedeutung hat, da unerwünschte, aber funktionierende und brauchbare Produkte weggeworfen werden können, wenn keine emotionale Verbindung hergestellt wird. Alle Produkte haben einen Lebenszyklus, bei dem sowohl der physische Aspekt als auch der Benutzer eine entscheidende Rolle bei der Bestimmung ihrer Lebensdauer spielen und sich somit auf die Zeitspanne auswirken, in der das Produkt relevant bleibt. PD kann als Eckpfeiler für Langlebigkeit angesehen werden und hängt von einer Reihe von Faktoren ab, darunter Konstruktionsmethoden, Materialqualität, Verarbeitung usw. Zahlreichen Untersuchungen zufolge werden Produkte jedoch oft lange ersetzt, bevor ihre physische Funktion beeinträchtigt wird , was die Notwendigkeit einer stärkeren Berücksichtigung psychologischer Aspekte, einschließlich ED, hervorhebt.

ED zielt darauf ab, die Rolle von Emotionen im Prozess der Wahrnehmung und Interaktion mit Produkten zu erforschen. Daher ist es wichtig, eine tiefere und nachhaltigere Bindung zwischen Menschen und Produkt herzustellen. Bei den hölzernen Stifthaltern und Organizern von Woodsaka spielt ED eine entscheidende Rolle, vor allem wegen des verwendeten Materials – Holz. Holz besitzt von Natur aus eine emotionale Beständigkeit, es entwickelt sich und altert mit der Zeit anmutig. Die einzigartige Schönheit liegt in seiner ständigen Veränderung, wobei jede Markierung und Linie aus der Nutzung zu einem integralen Bestandteil des Objektdesigns wird.

Emotional langlebiges Design steht hier im Mittelpunkt und stellt einen radikal neuen Ansatz für nachhaltiges Design dar. Der Schwerpunkt liegt auf der Förderung eines verantwortungsvollen Konsums durch eine bewusstere Anstrengung bei der Gestaltung von Produkten, die behalten werden sollen. Woodsaka legt großen Wert auf die Gestaltung von Büroartikeln und stellt sicher, dass unsere Büroaccessoires im Einklang mit dem ED-Konzept hergestellt werden. Das bedeutet, dass sie darauf ausgelegt sind, sich über einen längeren Lebenszyklus hinweg weiterzuentwickeln und zu verändern. Unser fachmännisch gefertigtes und konstruiertes Desktop-Zubehör fügt sich nahtlos in jede Ästhetik ein und kann sich mit dem Benutzer weiterentwickeln.

Das ED-Konzept geht davon aus, dass die Langlebigkeit eines Produkts gewährleistet ist, wenn Menschen tiefe und komplexe Beziehungen zu materiellen Produkten aufbauen. Eine Herausforderung im Laufe der Lebensdauer eines Produkts besteht darin, eine kontinuierliche Zufriedenheit sicherzustellen, um im Laufe der Zeit eine tiefe Bindung zu fördern. Ein gut gestaltetes Produkt mit hochwertigen Materialien ist veraltet und wird mit der Zeit immer besser. Untersuchungen haben gezeigt, dass Verbraucher das Produkt eher pflegen und reparieren, sobald eine Bindung zum Produkt hergestellt ist, was durch kontinuierliche Reparatur und Pflege eine lange und sinnvolle Lebensdauer ermöglicht.

Als Beispiele für zeitgenössisches Design bereichern unsere Designs moderne, minimalistische Räume, glänzen aber auch in traditionelleren, dekorativen Umgebungen. Unsere Designs werden eines der schönsten Stücke in Ihren Büros oder Wohnungen sein und Ihrer Umgebung eine einzigartige Patina verleihen. Sie haben emotionale Haltbarkeit in ihrer DNA, da sie aus Holz gefertigt und mit Liebe gestaltet sind. Es handelt sich also um Stücke, die für die Liebe ausgewählt wurden – und auch für das Leben bei Ihnen zu Hause.

Literaturverzeichnis

Bhatta, S. R., Tiippana, K., Vahtikari, K., Hughes, M., & Kyttä, M. (2017). Sensory and Emotional Perception of Wooden Surfaces through Fingertip Touch. Frontiers in Psychology, 8, 367. doi: 10.3389/fpsyg.2017.00367

Burcikova, M. (2021). Mundane Durability: The Everyday Practice of Allowing Clothes to Last. In Proceedings of the 4th PLATE 2021 Virtual Conference, Limerick, Ireland, May 26-28, 2021. Retrieved from https://ualresearchonline.arts.ac.uk/id/eprint/18591/1/Burcikova_Mundane%20durability%202021.pdf

Cupchik, G. C. (1999). Emotion and industrial design: Reconciling meanings and feelings. In C. J. Overbeeke & P. Hekkert (Eds.), Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Design and Emotion (pp. 75-82). Delft: Delft University of Technology.

Eren, G. H. (2022). Design for emotional durability: The case of household light design. Sanat&Tasarım Dergisi, 12(1), 283-296.

Fujisaki, W., Tokita, M., & Kariya, K. (2015). Perception of the material properties of wood based on vision, audition, and touch. Vision Research, 109, 185–200. doi: 10.1016/j.visres.2014.11.020

Jensen, M. B. (2021). Emotional Durability– Strategies and Future Integration – A Case Study. PhD dissertation.

Jonsson, J. (2021). Reforming Consumption Habits Through Product Design: Design for Sustainable Development through prolonging product lifetime.

Jordan, P. W. (2000). Designing pleasurable products: An introduction to the new human factors. London: Taylor & Francis.

Mugge, R. (2008). Emotional bonding with products: Investigating product attachment from a design perspective. Saarbrucken: VDM Verlag.

Norman, D. A. (2004). Emotional design: Why we love (or hate) everyday things. New York: Basic Books.

Walker, S. (1995). Sustainable by design: Explorations in theory and practice. London: Earthscan.

WRAP. (2015). Clothing durability report. Banbury: Anthesis & Waste and Resources Action Programme. Retrieved from https://wrap.org.uk/

Yazirlıoğlu, L. (2021). Sustainable design considerations for emotional durability and product longevity through product care activities by repair enthusiasts. Master’s thesis.

Durable products offer longer lifespan, better value, and reduced environmental impact. Their quality and reliability make them safer and more cost-effective, saving time and money in the long term. We say that a product is durable by comparing it with the similar and comparable products -when its degradation takes longer. Prioritizing product durability and longevity brings numerous advantages that resonate with both businesses and the environment.

Talking about durability is not hard if the material of a product is wood. Of course, as Woodsaka office supplies producers we are aware that there are other factors such as the production quality or workmanship which are also essential elements of a durable wooden product along with others. However, let’s leave them to another blog series as today our focus will be on emotional durability (ED) as mentioned in the previous blog piece. 

If we remember, physical durability is more focused on quality characteristics of the products, and the possibility of the materials used to withstand the wearer.  Emotional durability is much about emotion, value and attachment, which shows itself through growing old gracefully, while accumulating character and value through time.

The ED of a product is as important as it’s PD.  Researches states that ED holds great importance, as unwanted yet functioning and serviceable products can be discarded if an emotional connection isn’t established. All products have a lifecycle where both the physical aspect and the user plays a critical role in determining its life, thus impacting the timespan the product remains relevant. PD can be seen as a cornerstone for longevity, and it changes depends on a range of factors, including construction methods, quality of materials, workmanship, etc. However, according to much research, products often get replaced long before their physical function is compromised, highlighting the need for more attention to psychological aspects, including ED.

ED aims to explore the role of emotions in the process of perception and interaction with products. So, it is important to create a deeper more sustainable bond between people and product. In the case of Woodsaka’s wooden pencil holders and organizers, ED plays a crucial role, primarily because of the material used – wood. Wood inherently possesses emotional durability, evolving and aging gracefully over time. The unique beauty lies in its constant transformation, with every mark and line from usage becoming an integral part of the object’s design.

Emotionally durable design takes center stage here, introducing a radically new approach to sustainable design. The focus is on encouraging responsible consumption through a more conscious effort in designing products meant to be retained. Woodsaka pays close attention while designing office supplies, ensuring that our office accessories are crafted within the concept of ED. This means they are designed to evolve and transform throughout an extended lifecycle. Expertly crafted and engineered, our desktop accessories seamlessly blend with any aesthetic and have the capacity to evolve with the user.

The ED concept posits that the longevity of a product is ensured when people develop deep and complex relationships with material products. One challenge within a product’s lifetime is ensuring continuous satisfaction to foster a deep attachment over time. A well-designed product with quality materials refuses to date and improves with age. Research has shown that once a product attachment is formed, consumers are more likely to care for and repair the product, enabling a long and meaningful life through continuous repair and care.

As examples of contemporary design, our designs enhance modern, minimalist spaces, but they also shine in more traditional, decorative environments. Our designs will be one of the most beautiful pieces in your offices or homes and will add a unique patina to your environment. They have emotional durability in their DNA as they are made wood and designed with love. So, they will the pieces chosen for love – and for life at your places too.

Bibliography

Bhatta, S. R., Tiippana, K., Vahtikari, K., Hughes, M., & Kyttä, M. (2017). Sensory and Emotional Perception of Wooden Surfaces through Fingertip Touch. Frontiers in Psychology, 8, 367. doi: 10.3389/fpsyg.2017.00367

Burcikova, M. (2021). Mundane Durability: The Everyday Practice of Allowing Clothes to Last. In Proceedings of the 4th PLATE 2021 Virtual Conference, Limerick, Ireland, May 26-28, 2021. Retrieved from https://ualresearchonline.arts.ac.uk/id/eprint/18591/1/Burcikova_Mundane%20durability%202021.pdf

Cupchik, G. C. (1999). Emotion and industrial design: Reconciling meanings and feelings. In C. J. Overbeeke & P. Hekkert (Eds.), Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Design and Emotion (pp. 75-82). Delft: Delft University of Technology.

Eren, G. H. (2022). Design for emotional durability: The case of household light design. Sanat&Tasarım Dergisi, 12(1), 283-296.

Fujisaki, W., Tokita, M., & Kariya, K. (2015). Perception of the material properties of wood based on vision, audition, and touch. Vision Research, 109, 185–200. doi: 10.1016/j.visres.2014.11.020

Jensen, M. B. (2021). Emotional Durability– Strategies and Future Integration – A Case Study. PhD dissertation.

Jonsson, J. (2021). Reforming Consumption Habits Through Product Design: Design for Sustainable Development through prolonging product lifetime.

Jordan, P. W. (2000). Designing pleasurable products: An introduction to the new human factors. London: Taylor & Francis.

Mugge, R. (2008). Emotional bonding with products: Investigating product attachment from a design perspective. Saarbrucken: VDM Verlag.

Norman, D. A. (2004). Emotional design: Why we love (or hate) everyday things. New York: Basic Books.

Walker, S. (1995). Sustainable by design: Explorations in theory and practice. London: Earthscan.

WRAP. (2015). Clothing durability report. Banbury: Anthesis & Waste and Resources Action Programme. Retrieved from https://wrap.org.uk/

Yazirlıoğlu, L. (2021). Sustainable design considerations for emotional durability and product longevity through product care activities by repair enthusiasts. Master’s thesis.

Durable products offer longer lifespan, better value, and reduced environmental impact. Their quality and reliability make them safer and more cost-effective, saving time and money in the long term. We say that a product is durable by comparing it with the similar and comparable products -when its degradation takes longer. Prioritizing product durability and longevity brings numerous advantages that resonate with both businesses and the environment.

Talking about durability is not hard if the material of a product is wood. Of course, as Woodsaka office supplies producers we are aware that there are other factors such as the production quality or workmanship which are also essential elements of a durable wooden product along with others. However, let’s leave them to another blog series as today our focus will be on emotional durability (ED) as mentioned in the previous blog piece. 

If we remember, physical durability is more focused on quality characteristics of the products, and the possibility of the materials used to withstand the wearer.  Emotional durability is much about emotion, value and attachment, which shows itself through growing old gracefully, while accumulating character and value through time.

The ED of a product is as important as it’s PD.  Researches states that ED holds great importance, as unwanted yet functioning and serviceable products can be discarded if an emotional connection isn’t established. All products have a lifecycle where both the physical aspect and the user plays a critical role in determining its life, thus impacting the timespan the product remains relevant. PD can be seen as a cornerstone for longevity, and it changes depends on a range of factors, including construction methods, quality of materials, workmanship, etc. However, according to much research, products often get replaced long before their physical function is compromised, highlighting the need for more attention to psychological aspects, including ED.

ED aims to explore the role of emotions in the process of perception and interaction with products. So, it is important to create a deeper more sustainable bond between people and product. In the case of Woodsaka’s wooden pencil holders and organizers, ED plays a crucial role, primarily because of the material used – wood. Wood inherently possesses emotional durability, evolving and aging gracefully over time. The unique beauty lies in its constant transformation, with every mark and line from usage becoming an integral part of the object’s design.

Emotionally durable design takes center stage here, introducing a radically new approach to sustainable design. The focus is on encouraging responsible consumption through a more conscious effort in designing products meant to be retained. Woodsaka pays close attention while designing office supplies, ensuring that our office accessories are crafted within the concept of ED. This means they are designed to evolve and transform throughout an extended lifecycle. Expertly crafted and engineered, our desktop accessories seamlessly blend with any aesthetic and have the capacity to evolve with the user.

The ED concept posits that the longevity of a product is ensured when people develop deep and complex relationships with material products. One challenge within a product’s lifetime is ensuring continuous satisfaction to foster a deep attachment over time. A well-designed product with quality materials refuses to date and improves with age. Research has shown that once a product attachment is formed, consumers are more likely to care for and repair the product, enabling a long and meaningful life through continuous repair and care.

As examples of contemporary design, our designs enhance modern, minimalist spaces, but they also shine in more traditional, decorative environments. Our designs will be one of the most beautiful pieces in your offices or homes and will add a unique patina to your environment. They have emotional durability in their DNA as they are made wood and designed with love. So, they will the pieces chosen for love – and for life at your places too.

Bibliography

Bhatta, S. R., Tiippana, K., Vahtikari, K., Hughes, M., & Kyttä, M. (2017). Sensory and Emotional Perception of Wooden Surfaces through Fingertip Touch. Frontiers in Psychology, 8, 367. doi: 10.3389/fpsyg.2017.00367

Burcikova, M. (2021). Mundane Durability: The Everyday Practice of Allowing Clothes to Last. In Proceedings of the 4th PLATE 2021 Virtual Conference, Limerick, Ireland, May 26-28, 2021. Retrieved from https://ualresearchonline.arts.ac.uk/id/eprint/18591/1/Burcikova_Mundane%20durability%202021.pdf

Cupchik, G. C. (1999). Emotion and industrial design: Reconciling meanings and feelings. In C. J. Overbeeke & P. Hekkert (Eds.), Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Design and Emotion (pp. 75-82). Delft: Delft University of Technology.

Eren, G. H. (2022). Design for emotional durability: The case of household light design. Sanat&Tasarım Dergisi, 12(1), 283-296.

Fujisaki, W., Tokita, M., & Kariya, K. (2015). Perception of the material properties of wood based on vision, audition, and touch. Vision Research, 109, 185–200. doi: 10.1016/j.visres.2014.11.020

Jensen, M. B. (2021). Emotional Durability– Strategies and Future Integration – A Case Study. PhD dissertation.

Jonsson, J. (2021). Reforming Consumption Habits Through Product Design: Design for Sustainable Development through prolonging product lifetime.

Jordan, P. W. (2000). Designing pleasurable products: An introduction to the new human factors. London: Taylor & Francis.

Mugge, R. (2008). Emotional bonding with products: Investigating product attachment from a design perspective. Saarbrucken: VDM Verlag.

Norman, D. A. (2004). Emotional design: Why we love (or hate) everyday things. New York: Basic Books.

Walker, S. (1995). Sustainable by design: Explorations in theory and practice. London: Earthscan.

WRAP. (2015). Clothing durability report. Banbury: Anthesis & Waste and Resources Action Programme. Retrieved from https://wrap.org.uk/

Yazirlıoğlu, L. (2021). Sustainable design considerations for emotional durability and product longevity through product care activities by repair enthusiasts. Master’s thesis.

Durable products offer longer lifespan, better value, and reduced environmental impact. Their quality and reliability make them safer and more cost-effective, saving time and money in the long term. We say that a product is durable by comparing it with the similar and comparable products -when its degradation takes longer. Prioritizing product durability and longevity brings numerous advantages that resonate with both businesses and the environment.

Talking about durability is not hard if the material of a product is wood. Of course, as Woodsaka office supplies producers we are aware that there are other factors such as the production quality or workmanship which are also essential elements of a durable wooden product along with others. However, let’s leave them to another blog series as today our focus will be on emotional durability (ED) as mentioned in the previous blog piece. 

If we remember, physical durability is more focused on quality characteristics of the products, and the possibility of the materials used to withstand the wearer.  Emotional durability is much about emotion, value and attachment, which shows itself through growing old gracefully, while accumulating character and value through time.

The ED of a product is as important as it’s PD.  Researches states that ED holds great importance, as unwanted yet functioning and serviceable products can be discarded if an emotional connection isn’t established. All products have a lifecycle where both the physical aspect and the user plays a critical role in determining its life, thus impacting the timespan the product remains relevant. PD can be seen as a cornerstone for longevity, and it changes depends on a range of factors, including construction methods, quality of materials, workmanship, etc. However, according to much research, products often get replaced long before their physical function is compromised, highlighting the need for more attention to psychological aspects, including ED.

ED aims to explore the role of emotions in the process of perception and interaction with products. So, it is important to create a deeper more sustainable bond between people and product. In the case of Woodsaka’s wooden pencil holders and organizers, ED plays a crucial role, primarily because of the material used – wood. Wood inherently possesses emotional durability, evolving and aging gracefully over time. The unique beauty lies in its constant transformation, with every mark and line from usage becoming an integral part of the object’s design.

Emotionally durable design takes center stage here, introducing a radically new approach to sustainable design. The focus is on encouraging responsible consumption through a more conscious effort in designing products meant to be retained. Woodsaka pays close attention while designing office supplies, ensuring that our office accessories are crafted within the concept of ED. This means they are designed to evolve and transform throughout an extended lifecycle. Expertly crafted and engineered, our desktop accessories seamlessly blend with any aesthetic and have the capacity to evolve with the user.

The ED concept posits that the longevity of a product is ensured when people develop deep and complex relationships with material products. One challenge within a product’s lifetime is ensuring continuous satisfaction to foster a deep attachment over time. A well-designed product with quality materials refuses to date and improves with age. Research has shown that once a product attachment is formed, consumers are more likely to care for and repair the product, enabling a long and meaningful life through continuous repair and care.

As examples of contemporary design, our designs enhance modern, minimalist spaces, but they also shine in more traditional, decorative environments. Our designs will be one of the most beautiful pieces in your offices or homes and will add a unique patina to your environment. They have emotional durability in their DNA as they are made wood and designed with love. So, they will the pieces chosen for love – and for life at your places too.

Bibliography

Bhatta, S. R., Tiippana, K., Vahtikari, K., Hughes, M., & Kyttä, M. (2017). Sensory and Emotional Perception of Wooden Surfaces through Fingertip Touch. Frontiers in Psychology, 8, 367. doi: 10.3389/fpsyg.2017.00367

Burcikova, M. (2021). Mundane Durability: The Everyday Practice of Allowing Clothes to Last. In Proceedings of the 4th PLATE 2021 Virtual Conference, Limerick, Ireland, May 26-28, 2021. Retrieved from https://ualresearchonline.arts.ac.uk/id/eprint/18591/1/Burcikova_Mundane%20durability%202021.pdf

Cupchik, G. C. (1999). Emotion and industrial design: Reconciling meanings and feelings. In C. J. Overbeeke & P. Hekkert (Eds.), Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Design and Emotion (pp. 75-82). Delft: Delft University of Technology.

Eren, G. H. (2022). Design for emotional durability: The case of household light design. Sanat&Tasarım Dergisi, 12(1), 283-296.

Fujisaki, W., Tokita, M., & Kariya, K. (2015). Perception of the material properties of wood based on vision, audition, and touch. Vision Research, 109, 185–200. doi: 10.1016/j.visres.2014.11.020

Jensen, M. B. (2021). Emotional Durability– Strategies and Future Integration – A Case Study. PhD dissertation.

Jonsson, J. (2021). Reforming Consumption Habits Through Product Design: Design for Sustainable Development through prolonging product lifetime.

Jordan, P. W. (2000). Designing pleasurable products: An introduction to the new human factors. London: Taylor & Francis.

Mugge, R. (2008). Emotional bonding with products: Investigating product attachment from a design perspective. Saarbrucken: VDM Verlag.

Norman, D. A. (2004). Emotional design: Why we love (or hate) everyday things. New York: Basic Books.

Walker, S. (1995). Sustainable by design: Explorations in theory and practice. London: Earthscan.

WRAP. (2015). Clothing durability report. Banbury: Anthesis & Waste and Resources Action Programme. Retrieved from https://wrap.org.uk/

Yazirlıoğlu, L. (2021). Sustainable design considerations for emotional durability and product longevity through product care activities by repair enthusiasts. Master’s thesis.

Los productos duraderos ofrecen una vida útil más larga, mejor valor y menor impacto ambiental. Su calidad y confiabilidad los hacen más seguros y rentables, ahorrando tiempo y dinero a largo plazo. Decimos que un producto es duradero comparándolo con productos similares y comparables, cuando su degradación tarda más. Dar prioridad a la durabilidad y longevidad del producto aporta numerosas ventajas que repercuten tanto en las empresas como en el medio ambiente.

Hablar de durabilidad no es complicado si el material de un producto es la madera. Por supuesto, como productores de material de oficina de Woodsaka somos conscientes de que hay otros factores, como la calidad de la producción o la mano de obra, que también son elementos esenciales de un producto de madera duradero, junto con otros. Sin embargo, dejémoslos para otra serie de blogs, ya que hoy nos centraremos en la durabilidad emocional (DE), como se mencionó en el artículo anterior del blog.

Si recordamos, la durabilidad física se centra más en las características de calidad de los productos y en la capacidad de los materiales utilizados para resistir al usuario. La durabilidad emocional tiene mucho que ver con la emoción, el valor y el apego, lo que se manifiesta al envejecer con gracia, mientras se acumula carácter y valor a través del tiempo.

La DE de un producto es tan importante como su PD. Las investigaciones afirman que la disfunción eréctil tiene una gran importancia, ya que los productos no deseados pero que funcionan y son útiles pueden descartarse si no se establece una conexión emocional. Todos los productos tienen un ciclo de vida en el que tanto el aspecto físico como el usuario desempeñan un papel fundamental a la hora de determinar su vida útil, lo que afecta el tiempo durante el cual el producto sigue siendo relevante. La PD puede verse como la piedra angular de la longevidad y sus cambios dependen de una variedad de factores, incluidos los métodos de construcción, la calidad de los materiales, la mano de obra, etc. Sin embargo, según muchas investigaciones, los productos a menudo se reemplazan mucho antes de que su función física se vea comprometida. , destacando la necesidad de prestar más atención a los aspectos psicológicos, incluida la disfunción eréctil.

ED tiene como objetivo explorar el papel de las emociones en el proceso de percepción e interacción con los productos. Por eso, es importante crear un vínculo más profundo y sostenible entre las personas y el producto. En el caso de los portalápices y organizadores de madera de Woodsaka, la ED juega un papel crucial, principalmente debido al material utilizado: la madera. La madera posee inherentemente durabilidad emocional, evolucionando y envejeciendo con gracia con el tiempo. La belleza única radica en su constante transformación, donde cada marca y línea de uso se convierte en parte integral del diseño del objeto.

El diseño emocionalmente duradero ocupa un lugar central aquí, introduciendo un enfoque radicalmente nuevo al diseño sostenible. La atención se centra en fomentar el consumo responsable mediante un esfuerzo más consciente en el diseño de productos destinados a ser retenidos. Woodsaka presta mucha atención al diseñar suministros de oficina, asegurándose de que nuestros accesorios de oficina estén elaborados dentro del concepto de ED. Esto significa que están diseñados para evolucionar y transformarse a lo largo de un ciclo de vida prolongado. Diseñados y diseñados por expertos, nuestros accesorios de escritorio combinan a la perfección con cualquier estética y tienen la capacidad de evolucionar con el usuario.

El concepto de DE postula que la longevidad de un producto está asegurada cuando las personas desarrollan relaciones profundas y complejas con productos materiales. Uno de los desafíos dentro de la vida útil de un producto es garantizar una satisfacción continua para fomentar un vínculo profundo a lo largo del tiempo. Un producto bien diseñado con materiales de calidad se resiste a la obsolescencia y mejora con el tiempo. Las investigaciones han demostrado que una vez que se forma un vínculo con el producto, es más probable que los consumidores cuiden y reparen el producto, lo que permite una vida larga y significativa a través de reparación y cuidado continuos.

Como ejemplos de diseño contemporáneo, nuestros diseños realzan espacios modernos y minimalistas, pero también brillan en ambientes más tradicionales y decorativos. Nuestros diseños serán una de las piezas más bellas de sus oficinas u hogares y agregarán una pátina única a su entorno. Tienen la durabilidad emocional en su ADN ya que están hechos de madera y diseñados con amor. Así, en vuestros hogares, las piezas elegidas para el amor y también para la vida.

Bibliography

Bhatta, S. R., Tiippana, K., Vahtikari, K., Hughes, M., & Kyttä, M. (2017). Sensory and Emotional Perception of Wooden Surfaces through Fingertip Touch. Frontiers in Psychology, 8, 367. doi: 10.3389/fpsyg.2017.00367

Burcikova, M. (2021). Mundane Durability: The Everyday Practice of Allowing Clothes to Last. In Proceedings of the 4th PLATE 2021 Virtual Conference, Limerick, Ireland, May 26-28, 2021. Retrieved from https://ualresearchonline.arts.ac.uk/id/eprint/18591/1/Burcikova_Mundane%20durability%202021.pdf

Cupchik, G. C. (1999). Emotion and industrial design: Reconciling meanings and feelings. In C. J. Overbeeke & P. Hekkert (Eds.), Proceedings of the 1st International Conference on Design and Emotion (pp. 75-82). Delft: Delft University of Technology.

Eren, G. H. (2022). Design for emotional durability: The case of household light design. Sanat&Tasarım Dergisi, 12(1), 283-296.

Fujisaki, W., Tokita, M., & Kariya, K. (2015). Perception of the material properties of wood based on vision, audition, and touch. Vision Research, 109, 185–200. doi: 10.1016/j.visres.2014.11.020

Jensen, M. B. (2021). Emotional Durability– Strategies and Future Integration – A Case Study. PhD dissertation.

Jonsson, J. (2021). Reforming Consumption Habits Through Product Design: Design for Sustainable Development through prolonging product lifetime.

Jordan, P. W. (2000). Designing pleasurable products: An introduction to the new human factors. London: Taylor & Francis.

Mugge, R. (2008). Emotional bonding with products: Investigating product attachment from a design perspective. Saarbrucken: VDM Verlag.

Norman, D. A. (2004). Emotional design: Why we love (or hate) everyday things. New York: Basic Books.

Walker, S. (1995). Sustainable by design: Explorations in theory and practice. London: Earthscan.

WRAP. (2015). Clothing durability report. Banbury: Anthesis & Waste and Resources Action Programme. Retrieved from https://wrap.org.uk/

Yazirlıoğlu, L. (2021). Sustainable design considerations for emotional durability and product longevity through product care activities by repair enthusiasts. Master’s thesis.