ART 2850 - Furniture Design

Credits: (3)
Typically Taught Fall Semester: Full Sem
Typically Taught Spring Semester: Full Sem
Description: Furniture Design explores the intersection of Sculpture and Design through furniture and object making. The course addresses emerging and historic approaches to furniture including both functional and sculptural approaches by contemporary artists and designers. Students will develop intermediate to advanced skills in woodworking and metalworking while studying design and sculpture concepts and gaining a broad understanding of materials. Students will be introduced to CNC fabrication technology and CAD software for designing and creating functional furniture and furniture as sculpture.
May be repeated three times with a maximum of nine credit hours.