IDE3805

Furniture design 2

(A&D)

3 points + 6 hours per week, including 2 studio hours and 4 hours of independent study + First semester + Caulfield + Prerequisite: IDE2804 + Elective

Synopsis: Students are encouraged to develop a greater understanding of furniture design and methods of production. Topics cover aspects of ergonomics, production processes in a variety of materials and the aesthetic aspects of furniture. Further sophistication in the demands of users. Furniture as components of exterior environments, and larger modules such as office spatial requirements. Studio project work is undertaken involving the development of furniture designs to meet particular technical and cultural requirements.

Assessment: Minor project 20%. Major project: 80%.