멸종위기 야생식물 이미지를 활용한 지속가능한 텍스타일 패턴 개발 연구

Abstract

Environmental issues are currently topical in our society, and there is an ongoing debate regarding the issue of sustainability and endangered species. Habitats of flora native to Korea are damaged by indiscriminate development and threatened for a variety of reasons, resulting in 267 endangered plant species. As the endangered plant species are at the risk of extinction without conservation measures, they need to be protected and the awareness of the species needs to be raised. The present study was conducted to develop sustainable textile patterns with images of endangered plants to increase awareness of social values. To fulfill these objectives, first, a theoretical review of sustainable textile design and endangered flora was conducted. Second, the study included an examination of brand design case studies that utilized images of endangered species using a marketing approach to determine the value and content of the designs. The results of prior research suggested that designs are often used as part of campaigns and for the marketing of specific causes. Third, 88 species of Class I and II endangered plants were classified into 45 families, and the most common four families were selected, namely, Orchidaceae, Ranunculaceae, Iridaceae, and Liliaceae. Textile patterns were designed for two species in each family. Fourth, the finished designs were printed using materials suitable for the designs and made into textile products that are commonly used in everyday life, such as bags. The Textile pattern designs that incorporated images of endangered flora were developed in the current study. As a motif is important in textile patterns, designs with endangered flora as a motif are likely to be meaningful and value-laden, thus helping the conservation of biodiversity and promoting environmental protection.