Design Functional and Pragmatic Furniture and Spaces
A course by Michael Hilgers , Furniture Designer
Unleash your creativity in furniture design. This course goes beyond woodworking or drawing techniques, fostering pragmatic thinking for innovative ideas.
Discover the essentials of pragmatic design and transform your ideas into practical, innovative products. Learn to apply a unique design methodology that emphasizes simplicity, functionality, and creativity. Dive into the world of space-saving solutions, creating a functional home office add-on tailored for the world's best-selling shelf. Gain insights from real-world examples and understand how to develop your design concepts using straightforward techniques like sketching, technical drawing, and model creation. This approach is perfect for those eager to explore the realms of design, woodworking, or simply seeking inspiration for their next project.
Embark on a journey where you master the art of pragmatic design, from initial concept to working prototype. Explore key principles such as reduction, addition, symbiosis, adaptation, and fusion, while honing your skills in sketching and 3D modeling. Enhance your ability to integrate and organize functions within defined spaces, and conduct research to identify untapped furniture and space niches. The course culminates in a comprehensive project, providing you with all the tools and knowledge needed to bring your innovative ideas to life, whether digitally or physically.
What will you learn in this online course?
11 lessons & 11 downloads
- 93 students
- 11 lessons (1h 42m)
- 11 additional resources (3 files)
- Online and at your own pace
- Available on the app
- Audio: English, German, Spanish (Latam), French, Indonesian, Italian, Dutch, Polish, Portuguese, Romanian, Turkish
- Spanish · English · Portuguese · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch · Turkish · Romanian · Indonesian
- Level: Beginner
- Unlimited access forever
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SketchUpWhat is this course's project?
Design a functional, space-saving home office add-on for a popular shelf, transforming it into a working prototype. Develop the concept from idea to digital deliverable, incorporating pragmatic design techniques tailored to a chosen space.
Who is this online course for?
Creative enthusiasts, design-minded individuals, and woodworking hobbyists eager to explore pragmatic design principles will find value in this course. Ideal for those seeking innovative ideas, practical project development skills, and a fresh perspective on creating functional, space-saving furniture solutions.
Requirements and materials
A sketchbook, tracing paper, and optionally an iPad with SKETCHBOOK are essential. Basic woodworking tools like a circular saw, measuring tape, and cordless drill are useful for those building physically. No extensive prior knowledge needed, just a passion for creating.
Michael Hilgers
A course by Michael Hilgers
Michael Hilgers is a furniture designer based in Berlin, Germany, specializing in creating pieces that combine functionality, simplicity, and a sustainable approach. His pragmatic method allows him to develop innovative ideas based on real needs, available resources, and spatial context, resulting in clever and elegant solutions that surprise with their simplicity.
His design process sees limits and constraints as a source of inspiration rather than obstacles, focusing on creating compact, durable, and timeless furniture. Using high-quality local materials and a minimalist approach, Michael aims to deliver pieces that are useful, visually balanced, and environmentally conscious, promoting thoughtful design that lasts.
Content
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U1
Introduction
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About Me
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Influences
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U2
What Is Pragmatic Design?
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Pragmatism as a Philosophical School of Thought
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The 6 Phases
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The 7 Pragmatic Design Principles
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U3
Creating a Home Office Bookcase
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Sketching the Idea
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Developing Further Ideas 1
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Developing Further Ideas 2
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Developing the Prototype
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U4
Where Do I Go from Here?
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Analysing the Finished Prototype and Finishing Touches
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Developing Your Own Pragmatic Idea
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FP
Final project
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Techniques of Pragmatic Furniture and Interior Design
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