DSGN 265 Furniture I

This introductory level design/fabrication studio acquaints students with the requirements of furniture making, primarily concentrating on wood constructive techniques. Design planning and material exploration is emphasized through lecture/demonstration and class discussions, where the relationship between design concept, skilled craftsmanship, and aesthetics is explored. Instruction includes hand and power tools and covers skills from conceptualization to hand finishing. This course is appropriate for students from all majors.

Repeatable: Y
Formerly 21-2946
Prerequisites ARTS 144 Foundation Skill: Wood or ARTS 105 Foundation Studio or CINE 304 Set Design and Construction for Cinema and Television or THEA 161 Introduction to Scenic Construction
Minimum Credits 3 Maximum Credits 3