Assignment
Task: Write a 1-page proposal outlining the needs of a client looking to renovate a small studio apartment, including initial thoughts on style and function. Submission Format: PDF document Evaluation Criteria: Clarity, attention to function and form, realistic idea generation
Assignment
Task: Create a digital moodboard for a cozy living room using tools like Canva, Pinterest, or PowerPoint. Include color palette, furniture, and sample materials. Submission Format: Image or PDF Evaluation Criteria: Consistency, clarity of style, creative composition
Assignment
Task: Sketch a room layout for a 12×10 ft bedroom with zones for sleeping, working, and storage. Submission Format: Digital sketch (e.g., Figma, floorplanner.com) or hand-drawn scan/photo Evaluation Criteria: Logical zoning, usability, use of available space
Finish and Present Your Project
Complete sanding and finishing on your furniture piece. Share photos of the finished product and write a reflection on your experience and lessons learned.
Design Inspiration Board
Collect images of furniture styles and design elements that inspire you. Create a digital or physical mood board and write a brief description explaining your preferred style and why.
Sketch Your First Furniture Concept
Create simple sketches of a chair or table including dimensions and front, side, and top views. Submit photos or scans with a brief explanation of your design choices.
Material List and Cut Plan
Create a detailed list of materials you will use for a small furniture project. Include dimensions and cutting plans. Attach photos or scans of your marked wood pieces.
Build a Sample Joint
Practice creating at least two types of joints on scrap wood. Take photos and describe your process and challenges faced.
Assignment
Task: Create a simple black-and-white line sketch of a small structure (house, pavilion, etc.) using only basic brushes in Procreate. Submission Format: PNG or JPEG image Evaluation Criteria: Clarity of lines, composition, basic use of perspective
Assignment
Task: Re-color a previous black-and-white sketch by applying realistic light, shadow, and color accents. Submission Format: Procreate or JPG with time-lapse (optional) Evaluation Criteria: Light consistency, mood, color balance