Furniture Design

Aim

This unit aims to develop learners’ skills and understanding in the design and production of furniture.

Learning outcomes

LO1 Understand the visual, tactile and functional characteristics of furniture and related products

1.1 Research and record specific design ideas and select materials for the identified application

1.2 Understand the functional and visual factors driving outcomes

LO2 Understand the making processes required to meet design requirements

2.1 Explore and explain the use of materials in your own and others’ work include health and safety considerations

2.2 Understand and explain the use of manufacturing or craft techniques include health and safety advice

LO3 Be able to demonstrate skills in design development, using appropriate techniques to communicate ideas and respond to identified needs

3.1 Carry out design research to suggest solution

3.2 Explore suitability of design solutions

3.3 Liaise with team members over design solution

3.4 Formulate design solution

3.5 Present design solution

LO4 Be able to apply professional practice in furniture design

4.1 Understand and discuss the professional context of design work

4.2 Comply with current health and safety requirements

4.3 Work with awareness of ethical and environmental considerations.