https://etd.cput.ac.za/handle/20.500.11838/219 Wed, 15 Apr 2026 13:40:09 GMT 2026-04-15T13:40:09Z https://etd.cput.ac.za/handle/20.500.11838/1439 Title: The body as a canvas : a non-permanent form of body art inspired by body adornment practices Authors: Connor, Tenielle Abstract: Forms of body adornment and scarification practices have been around since the origin of mankind. Many forms of traditional body adornment have evolved overtime and still exist within our mainstream society today, however examples of recent body adornments, show that although still very much in practice, in many cases the meaning has been lost. The motivational routes of western adornments are today based on what looks good as apposed to a ritual or right of passage that marks one's body for life. Therefore, the aim of this dissertation is to share the value of representation with the viewer - as representation has played, and continues to play, such an important role within the social aspect of mankind. Bycreating a link between traditional practices of African body adornmentl scarification and connecting these with body expression and representation within my own sub-cultural context, I hope to create awareness of body adornment throughout time. Finally the practical component of this research will consist of a portfolio of different photographs and videos documenting the process and completion of adorning different female bodies. These works of art will be traditionally inspired, nonpermanent three-dimensional body art that will also undoubtedly represent selfexpression and comment on 'trendv' sub-cultural society. As Idocument my progress and work it is hoped that I portray in a conceptual framework, a life cycle that comments on the evolution of culture from rural to urban, and from traditional to Western, and how Western lifestyle is diluting our social being with trends rather than using the method of body adornment as a cultural conversation. Description: Thesis (BTech (Surface Design))--Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2010 Fri, 01 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT https://etd.cput.ac.za/handle/20.500.11838/1439 2010-01-01T00:00:00Z https://etd.cput.ac.za/handle/20.500.11838/1436 Title: A surface design intervention for adult inmates infected with and affected by HIV/AIDS Authors: Nel, Nicole Abstract: This thesis focuses on an educational Surface Design Intervention (SDI) for inmates. It covers the present day situation, from 2006 to 2007, in a Western Cape correctional facility, regarding the needs of a selected group of inmates. This group of 20 inmates consists of 10 HIV/Aids positive and 10 HIV/Aids negative participants. The thesis argues that there is potential to plan, design and implement an educational SDI, in a group-work situation, with these participants in order to establish the SDI as a skills-development programme and a therapeutic-intervention and income-generating resource. In addition, this research study aims to understand and interpret how the various inmate participants, in a social setting, construct the world around them and what effect and impact the SDI has on them. This intervention is facilitated by two qualified art therapists and involves the use of different art materials through which the prison inmates express and explore their thoughts, feelings and concerns in a safe, contained and supportive space. The health and wellness literature provided the conceptual scaffolding against which to frame the SDI. The literature indicated that a holistic approach to rehabilitation and instruction is vital to help inmates function optimally in daily life. Ultimately, the SDI process indicates the value of identity formation, emotional expression and ethical development. The thesis concludes that oppositional discourses present in the lives of these prisoners can, and indeed should be reconciled in order for them to achieve a positive affirmation of their status. These polarities, once bridged, offer a moderating influence on these prisoners' lives, which contribute to their wellbeing and success both inside and potentially outside of prison. Description: Thesis (MTech (Surface Design))--Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2007 Mon, 01 Jan 2007 00:00:00 GMT https://etd.cput.ac.za/handle/20.500.11838/1436 2007-01-01T00:00:00Z https://etd.cput.ac.za/handle/20.500.11838/1438 Title: The reconstruction of second-hand furniture and scrap metal : inspired by the architectural structures of deconstructivism Authors: Pietersen, Melanie Abstract: The purpose of this research is to explore and create an understanding of how architectural structures. that adhere to deconstructivist design principles, can inspire the reconstruction of second-hand school fumiture and scrap metal. The planned pieces will continue to create an awareness of sustainability, by designing for reuse. These functional fumiture pieces of low tables and chairs will be handcrafted, appealing to a niche market, or specific spaces and they will act as expressions of contradiction. This research will act as an addition to a body of knowledge, where I will primarily focus on contradicting the traditional form and aesthetic of furniture design. I have decided to create these functional pieces to express a new possible direction of furniture design. The study context is a potential confrontational experience in that I want to challenge the conventional form and aesthetics of fumiture design. These pieces of fumiture will be placed in a niche market where they will exist as one-offs that are not produced for mass-consumption, as they will be individually hand-erafted. These days more and more people are attempting to live in a more sustainable manner by practicing to reduce our consumption of products and resources; reuse that which we have disposed of and forgotten as consumers and to recycle waste products and transform them into a feasible afterlife (Martin, 2010). The theory is focused on Sohaill Inayatullah's theory of "Futures Thinking", and this .theory is further supported by Victor Margolin's study of changing existing situations into preferred ones. The research further reflects on Jacques Derrida's theory of deconstruction, and this research is further supported by the theory of sustainability, by designing for reuse, with a focus on Ezio Manzini. Therefore, my research study is concerned with confronting and challenging the conformity that the form of furniture and its aesthetic adhere to. Description: Thesis (BTech (Surface Design))--Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2010 Fri, 01 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT https://etd.cput.ac.za/handle/20.500.11838/1438 2010-01-01T00:00:00Z https://etd.cput.ac.za/handle/20.500.11838/1444 Title: The enhancement of deaf teenage girls' institutionalized environment through multi-sensory design Authors: Lourens, Erna Abstract: The purpose of this research is to generate a social outreach project by raising funds as well as getting sponsors to enhance the living environment at an institution for deaf girls. The focus is on Huis Soekie, a hostel which accommodates 17 deaf girls between the ages of 11 and 15. It is one of eight hostels situated at the De La Bat School for the Deaf in the rural town of Worcester. Frank Vodvarka and Joice Manice Malnar's work about Multi-Sensory design was used as inspiration to establish creative ways in which to enhance the living environment of institutionalized deaf girls. The living room of the hostel was chosen as focus area, since interaction among deaf people is important and the girls spend most of their time in it. To contribute to a more relaxing environment in this living room, secondary research was done on how nature together with the correct choice of colours can have a positive effect on humans' emotions. The living area of the hostel therefore has a central narrative and theme portraying nature as inspiration. All of the products that were designed for this space also incorporate elements of multi-sensory design. This type of design should be beneficial to the Deaf, because their other four senses are better developed than those of able people. This should also enhance their experience of the products. Description: Thesis (BTech (Surface Design))--Cape Peninsula University of Technology, 2010 Fri, 01 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMT https://etd.cput.ac.za/handle/20.500.11838/1444 2010-01-01T00:00:00Z