What is taught in the Furniture and Interior Design (B.Des) course?

Once upon a time, in a world where homes were more than just four walls and a roof, there was a special breed of creatives who had the power to transform ordinary spaces into extraordinary sanctuaries. They were the masters of furniture and interior design, and their craft was nothing short of magic. In this blog, we'll take you on a journey through the enchanting world of design, where we'll discover the secrets to how these creatives have come to be and what one has to learn and do to become one.

The Bachelor of Design (B.Des) in Furniture and Interior Design is a four-year undergraduate program offered by several design colleges in India.

From understanding the history and theory of furniture and interiors to learning about materials, manufacturing processes, and design principles — you will be trained to become a wizard at this craft, with a strong foundation in furniture and interior design principles, techniques, and processes.

Taking a pit-stop at the wizarding school of Furniture and Interior Design, let us look at all the classes you may have over your 4 years of training:

1. Foundation and General Education Courses

- The theories and principles of design 

- Colour theory and its application

- Drawing and visualization techniques

- Theory and history of furniture and interiors

- Communication and media studies

- Art and culture history and criticism

- Computer graphics and design software

2. Furniture Design Courses

- Principles and processes of furniture design

- Materials and manufacturing

- Ergonomics and human factors

- Woodworking and joinery techniques

- Upholstery and textile design

3. Interior Design Courses

- Space planning and design

- Lighting and colour design

- Furniture and its layout

- Materials and finishes

- Codes and regulations

- Universal and accessibility design

4. Specialization and Elective Courses

- Functional and decorative design

- Professional practice and portfolio development

- Studio practice and professional development

- Sustainable design practices

- Design research methods

- Digital fabrication and technology

- Entrepreneurship and design management

- Collaborative and interdisciplinary project

Of course, the curriculum may vary depending on the specific program and institution.

By the end of this program, you should have mastered the dark arts and sciences of designing beautiful, comfortable, and functional interiors and furniture pieces. You would have also journeyed into the technical aspects, such as space planning, lighting, and colour theory, to create harmonious and effective environments.

After wizarding college, you will rejoin mankind and work your magic to become a/an :

- Furniture Designer

- Interior Designer- Furniture Manufacturer- Furniture Retailer- Interior Architect- Set Designer- Furniture Conservation and Restoration- Furniture and Interior design Educator- Furniture and Interior design Consultant- Furniture and Interior design Researcher- Furniture and Interior design Writer- Sustainable Design Specialist- Universal Design Specialist

Are you ready to learn magic and shape the spaces and objects that define our living and working environments? Then what are you waiting for??

Unlock the world of design through our other articles to discover more about the diverse and exciting courses offered!🙂

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Nandini Seshan

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