FROM IDEAS TO FURNITURE

Turn creativity into practical skills.

Spend four intensive days inside a working furniture factory learning:

Whether you’re a student, entrepreneur, artisan or creative professional, this bootcamp gives you hands-on industry exposure.

DAY 1
Interior Design Fundamentals

Topics

  • Introduction to Interior Design
  • Roles and Career Opportunities
  • Elements and Principles of Design
  • Color Theory
  • Mood Boards
  • Furniture Arrangement
  • Basic Space Planning

Learning Outcomes

Participants will:

  • Understand design principles
  • Develop aesthetic judgment
  • Interpret client requirements
  • Create mood boards
  • Improve design communication

DAY 2
Digital Modeling Using SketchUp

Topics

  • Introduction to SketchUp
  • 2D vs 3D Modeling
  • Navigation Tools
  • Drawing Techniques
  • Grouping Components
  • Basic Furniture Modeling
  • Cabinet Modeling
  • TV Console Design
  • Material Application
  • Rendering Basics
  • Visualization Principles

Learning Outcomes

Participants will:

  • Understand digital workflows
  • Produce 3D furniture concepts
  • Present ideas visually
  • Prepare concepts for production

DAY 3
Furniture Manufacturing

Topics

  • Introduction to Furniture Production
  • Material Selection
  • Board Types
  • Reading Technical Drawings
  • Measurements
  • Machine Demonstration
  • Cutting Operations
  • Cabinet Construction
  • Assembly Methods
  • Hardware Installation
  • Production Workflow

Learning Outcomes

Participants will:

  • Understand factory workflow
  • Interpret technical drawings
  • Operate within safe workshop standards
  • Understand production sequencing

DAY 4
Finishing, Quality Control & Presentation

Topics

  • Surface Preparation
  • Sanding Techniques
  • Edge Banding
  • Painting Processes
  • Finishing Materials
  • Quality Inspection
  • Cost Estimation
  • Project Presentation
  • Portfolio Development
  • Networking Session
  • Certificate Ceremony
  • Learning Outcomes

Learning Outcomes

Participants will:

  • Present projects professionally
  • Understand finishing processes
  • Perform quality assessments
  • Prepare portfolio-ready projects

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