Intertextualilty is a theme of the 9th OSAKA international design competition for design. This project works upon the theme and contains two parts. The first is the study of situations that have demonstrated intertextuality. The second part is a design approach that exemplifies the theme.

The Theme: Design is always studied in terms of its roots, context, and perceptional value. The design activity generates itself out of a certain background, and the background creates the form-giving forces. When we consider what makes a design, we can find a wonderful range of experiences and expertise that satisfy sensory and material needs. It is interesting to know what makes a design retain its context while still leaving the viewer freedom of choice. There could be one, three, or numerous items. The idea here is to study the combination of roots in design. The purpose of this study is to find out all sorts of related/unrelated things that get associated with the design activity. The focus will be on understanding how two things come together to form a base for design. Intertextuality is the ability to connect disparate things and blend them into a design situation or potential.

The scope of work: intermixing can be attained on all levels. cultures, generations, sensibilities, and ways of thinking. The union can occur between media, materials, disciplines, thought processes, or viewpoints. This project focuses on two or more disciplines and therefore attitudes that come together and create an event, which is an interesting design situation.