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furniture designer

Furniture designers work on items of furniture and related products.

Description

Furniture designers work on items of furniture and related products. They design the product and are involved in its production as craftsmen and designers or makers. The conception of furniture combines innovative design, functional requirements and aesthetic appeal.

Theoretical Knowledge

ESSENTIALTheoretical knowledge required

design principles art history aesthetics

OPTIONALAdjacent knowledge that strengthens fit

industrial design 3D modelling design management CAD software

Practical Skills

ESSENTIALApplied skills & competences

transfer designs adapt to new design materials design original furniture monitor art scene developments present artistic design proposals consult with design team monitor textile manufacturing developments attend design meetings gather reference materials for artwork monitor sociological trends monitor exhibition designs draft design specifications develop design concept

OPTIONALOptional competences

design props build props use specialised design software collaborate with a technical staff in artistic productions design materials for multimedia campaigns