EVERYDAY OBJECTS AND THEIR MEANING
A survey 40 people and their most valued objects.
Everyday Objects & Their Meaning was an initial research project in the beginning stages of thesis explorations. The intention was to gain an understanding of our complex relationship with objects that we interact with on a daily basis, to uncover the reasons why we feel the way we do about them, and to gain insight on their unique, varied, and idiosyncratic purposes in everyday life. The survey took place over a 1 week period, and asked 40 people between the ages of 14 and 65 a series of questions about the objects they encounter on a daily basis.
Objects Mentioned
Bed, Computer, Blanket, Clothes, Car, Cell Phone, CDs, Stuffed Animal, Television, Work Desk, Diary / Journal, Jewelry, Records, Food, Books, Radio, Refrigerator, Clock / Watch, Dining Table, Mailbox, Toothbrush, Wallet, Bedside Lamp, House slippers, Hard drive, Coffee mug, Desk chair, House Plant, Music Player, Teapot, Microwave, dvd player, Lawn chair, Grill, Make-up, Game Console, Bicycle, Cup, Coaster, Ironing board, Backpack, Pajamas, Printer, Space heater,
Dish scrubber, Phone, Thermometer, House, Towel, Doorknob, Camera, Shampoo, Plate, Keys, Newspaper, Food/Coffee, Pen, Sink, Binoculars, Ceiling fan, Mirror, Eyeglasses, Cigarettes, Chapstick,Happy Birthday Music Box, Portable GPS, Rice, Kimchee, Doorbell, lighter, pen, Razor, Airways (Chewing Gum), Stove, wacom tablet, Piano
Outcomes
People are connected to:
1. Objects we use everyday.
2. Objects that invoke memory.
3. Objects that invoke imagination.
4. Objects that keep us in touch with / connected to / reminds us of friends / special moments.
5. Objects that we share with loved ones.
6. Objects that we spend a lot of time with.
7. Objects that play a part in our daily routine.
8. Objects that make us feel like a part of something bigger.
9. Objects that perform a vital task.
10. Objects that play a part in our self-identity.
Notable Quotes
“Dinning Table. its a vintage table from the 60’s.. Every time i eat at it, im reminded of all the people who have probably enjoyed a meal at this table over the years.”
- 32, Male
“because books hold unlimited amounts of knowledge”
- 25, Male
3. Objects that invoke imagination.
7. Objects that make us feel like a part of something bigger.
8. Objects that perform a vital task.
“It’s my connection to thought. It’s interesting to know that thousands / millions are hearing the same thing and thinking about the content. Like a temperature on humanity.”
- 34, Male
“[My game console] helps me escape the real world and makes my imagination soar.”
- 25, Male
“My camera is my business. No camera, no work. Photography is how I get involved.”
- 23, Female
“[Records] helped establish who I am today. Gave me confidence and entitlement. It helps mold the story of who I am. I had to retire because I felt djing would not help me live the life I want. I miss djing at times, but I had to let it go to help my career.”
- 25, Male
“my work desk has so much history to me because I think about all the things ive ever made here and all the hardships and accomplishments that have come out of it”
- 38, Male
“Cell phone - it connects me to everyone, it telle me the time, it wakes me up, people can reach me where ever i am. It helpes me out when I am in a strange situation.”
- 27, Female
“[My computer] helps me communicate with other people. had it for a while, expensive, entertainment value, information value, like the way it looks, performs.”
- 29, Male
A survey 40 people and their most valued objects.
Everyday Objects & Their Meaning was an initial research project in the beginning stages of thesis explorations. The intention was to gain an understanding of our complex relationship with objects that we interact with on a daily basis, to uncover the reasons why we feel the way we do about them, and to gain insight on their unique, varied, and idiosyncratic purposes in everyday life. The survey took place over a 1 week period, and asked 40 people between the ages of 14 and 65 a series of questions about the objects they encounter on a daily basis.
Objects Mentioned
Bed, Computer, Blanket, Clothes, Car, Cell Phone, CDs, Stuffed Animal, Television, Work Desk, Diary / Journal, Jewelry, Records, Food, Books, Radio, Refrigerator, Clock / Watch, Dining Table, Mailbox, Toothbrush, Wallet, Bedside Lamp, House slippers, Hard drive, Coffee mug, Desk chair, House Plant, Music Player, Teapot, Microwave, dvd player, Lawn chair, Grill, Make-up, Game Console, Bicycle, Cup, Coaster, Ironing board, Backpack, Pajamas, Printer, Space heater,
Dish scrubber, Phone, Thermometer, House, Towel, Doorknob, Camera, Shampoo, Plate, Keys, Newspaper, Food/Coffee, Pen, Sink, Binoculars, Ceiling fan, Mirror, Eyeglasses, Cigarettes, Chapstick,Happy Birthday Music Box, Portable GPS, Rice, Kimchee, Doorbell, lighter, pen, Razor, Airways (Chewing Gum), Stove, wacom tablet, Piano
Outcomes
People are connected to:
1. Objects we use everyday.
2. Objects that invoke memory.
3. Objects that invoke imagination.
4. Objects that keep us in touch with / connected to / reminds us of friends / special moments.
5. Objects that we share with loved ones.
6. Objects that we spend a lot of time with.
7. Objects that play a part in our daily routine.
8. Objects that make us feel like a part of something bigger.
9. Objects that perform a vital task.
10. Objects that play a part in our self-identity.
“Dinning Table. its a vintage table from the 60’s.. Every time i eat at it, im reminded of all the people who have probably enjoyed a meal at this table over the years.”
- 32, Male
“because books hold unlimited amounts of knowledge”
- 25, Male
3. Objects that invoke imagination.
7. Objects that make us feel like a part of something bigger.
8. Objects that perform a vital task.
“It’s my connection to thought. It’s interesting to know that thousands / millions are hearing the same thing and thinking about the content. Like a temperature on humanity.”
- 34, Male
“[My game console] helps me escape the real world and makes my imagination soar.”
- 25, Male
“My camera is my business. No camera, no work. Photography is how I get involved.”
- 23, Female
“[Records] helped establish who I am today. Gave me confidence and entitlement. It helps mold the story of who I am. I had to retire because I felt djing would not help me live the life I want. I miss djing at times, but I had to let it go to help my career.”
- 25, Male
“my work desk has so much history to me because I think about all the things ive ever made here and all the hardships and accomplishments that have come out of it”
- 38, Male
“Cell phone - it connects me to everyone, it telle me the time, it wakes me up, people can reach me where ever i am. It helpes me out when I am in a strange situation.”
- 27, Female
“[My computer] helps me communicate with other people. had it for a while, expensive, entertainment value, information value, like the way it looks, performs.”
- 29, Male
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