The sensuous impulse

Were these objects based simply on personal choice or were they made to seduce our human senses?

This example of a sensuous impulse shows how this form of design has become an acceptable accessory in society today. The importance or usefulness of a piece of design then becomes a secondary factor to its appearance. The irrationality and illogical material structure then makes up the sensuous impulse in design today.

It becomes a constant cycle throughout history where two extreme styles of design show the luxurious and minimalistic approach to what was thought needed in society at the time. For example we see the Rococo style of art where the popular ornamental style of design opposes the idea of the Bauhaus’ theory of function before form, 200 years apart.

This modern example of the continuing curve proves that “nature has a geometry,” just like design tends to repeat the patterns of history.

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