Furniture Design and Construction for Beginners
Design and Dimensioning 2
A course by Patricio Ortega (Maderística) , Furniture woodworking instructor
Joined January 2019
About the video: Design and Dimensioning 2
Overview
“During this last part you will see how I add details to the design to make it look as beautiful as possible. I'll also show you how I defined the shelves, texture, and a bevel. You will learn basic effects that do not require you to be the most expert, so do not be afraid, I already explain in detail the why of everything.”
In this video lesson Patricio Ortega (Maderística) addresses the topic: Design and Dimensioning 2, which is part of the Domestika online course: Furniture Design and Construction for Beginners. Learn the essential steps for designing, planning, and building wooden furniture in your own signature style.
Partial transcription of the video
“Once we achieve this. we can incorporate details. such as locking the beam 1 cm to achieve the shadow I prefer. This way. elements are perceived differently. with the door slightly further back and the life positioned a bit further back. creating the desired effect and enhancing the overall composition. I want to demonstrate that every decision can be made effectively. The door's texture is customizable. I used diagonal hatching as an example to demonstrate its potential And we're going to add other details. For instance. the first and simplest thing is to move the foot back another centime...”
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Course summary for: Furniture Design and Construction for Beginners
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Areas
Arts & Crafts, DIY, Furniture Design & Making, Interior Design, Woodworking

Patricio Ortega (Maderística)
A course by Patricio Ortega (Maderística)
Patricio Ortega is a furniture maker and founder of Maderística, a small workshop specializing in handcrafted furniture design. With 14 years of experience, he has focused on mastering plywood, developing innovative techniques, and sharing his knowledge with over 1,800 students. As an architect and self-taught instructor, Patricio blends creativity and technique to create functional and durable furniture.
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