Fundamentals of Furniture Design
Discover how great furniture is designed, why it looks the way it does, and how designers transform ideas into timeless pieces.
Course Overview
Fundamentals of Furniture Design is an introductory course that builds a strong conceptual and visual foundation for understanding furniture as both a functional object and a design expression. The course explores how furniture has evolved over time, how designers develop a personal identity, and how ideas move from concept to finished form. Students will also learn how to see furniture critically—analyzing form, proportion, materials, and context.
Through historical references, case studies of iconic designers, and step-by-step design thinking, this course bridges theory and practice. It is ideal for aspiring furniture designers, interior designers, architects, and anyone interested in understanding the language of furniture design.
Open to All – No prerequisites required
Hosted by: Architect & Furniture Designer Poonam Rathore
Online (Live Session)
Duration: 1 hr 30 min
Fee: Rs. 5000/-
What You’ll Learn
1: Design Evolution
This module traces the history of furniture design, examining how cultural shifts, technology, materials, and craftsmanship have shaped furniture across different periods.
2: Designer’s Imprint
Focusing on iconic furniture designers, this section explores how individual designers develop a recognizable style or signature.
3: Designer Process
This module breaks down the furniture design process from concept to creation. Students will learn about research, ideation, sketching, material selection, prototyping, and refinement.
4: How to See Furniture
Students will learn how to analyze furniture beyond surface aesthetics.
FAQs
What will I learn in this workshop?
By the end of the course, students will be able to:
- Understand the historical and cultural evolution of furniture design
- Identify and analyze the unique imprint of influential designers
- Critically observe and evaluate furniture in everyday and professional contexts
Who is this workshop for?
- Furniture Design Students
- Interior Designers
- Architects
- Product Designers
- Design Enthusiasts
- Anyone Curious About Furniture Design
No prior design education or furniture knowledge is required.
Will this workshop teach furniture making?
No. This workshop focuses on understanding furniture design, design thinking, and visual analysis rather than manufacturing techniques.
Is this a live workshop and how are the dates scheduled?
Yes, this is a live online workshop. Since it is conducted on an on-demand basis, there are no fixed batch dates. Workshop dates and timings are finalized after discussing availability with interested participants.
Register for the Workshop
This is an On-Demand Online Workshop