Design and Create Curved Furniture with Concrete
A course by EN·CONCRETOCustom Artisanal Furniture Workshop
A course by EN·CONCRETO, Custom Artisanal Furniture Workshop
Learn to build concrete furniture with recycled materials to get a terrazzo finish
From small-scale decorative pieces to furniture for public spaces, the versatility of concrete goes far beyond that of a basic material for construction sites. Carolina and Eduardo, partners and founders of En Concreto, are fully aware of its potential and take advantage of this renewable raw material to create environmentally-friendly and functional art using sustainable processes.
After teaching the basics in Concrete Furniture Creation for Beginners, in this course, your instructors take creativity to the next level and show you how to craft unique concrete designs with built-in environmental awareness. Learn how to create medium-sized concrete furniture with organic shapes using recyclable materials. Experiment with different shapes, functions, textures, and colors beyond the gray scale and see how to put a terrazzo finish on your work.
What will you learn in this online course?
17 lessons & 14 downloads
Design and mold
16 minutes, 53 seconds
Materials, tools, and workstation 1
12 minutes, 4 seconds
Materials, tools and workstation 2
9 minutes, 47 seconds
Mold making 1
17 minutes, 30 seconds
Mix design and volume calculation
11 minutes, 51 seconds
Colour
18 minutes, 15 seconds
What's included in this course?
Start the course by meeting Carolina and Eduardo, the founders of En Concreto. They tell you about what they've learned throughout five years of working with this material and where they plan to go with it. They also share some of the artists, architects, businesses, and initiatives that motivate them to continue creating.
Dive straight in and see the materials for your project one by one and discover where you can find them. Learn about the importance of a mold and how to make one that allows you to build any piece you can imagine.
Create a mix by calculating the volume of your table and prepare the recycled aggregate that will give it a spectacular terrazzo finish. Explore the wonders of color and experiment with powdered pigments to modify color intensity for your creations.
After you've poured your mixture and taken it out of the mold, it's time to put finishing touches on your table. Learn how to use a grinder to polish your work and attach the legs to the table top. Finally, see how to care for your piece and keep it in perfect condition for years to come.
What is this course's project?
Build a coffee table with a terrazzo finish using recycled plastic.
Projects by course students
Who is this online course for?
Curious and creative minds and anyone who wants to learn how to work with concrete.
Requirements and materials
No prior knowledge is needed, but it will be easier to follow the course if you've already taken Concrete Furniture Creation for Beginners.
As for materials, an electric hand mixer or a drill with a helical mixing paddle is recommended for creating the mixture. You also need a grinder with a disk or wire cup brush and an orbital or sheet sander to polish your piece. The rest of the tools and course materials can be easily found in your home.
Reviews
- 3 months ago
so good course
- 3 months ago
Hola soy Claudia vivo en Colombia. hace rato compre este curso y me ha parecido maravilloso los tutores son muy profesionales y tienen demasiado conocimiento en el tema. muchas gracias la verdad he aprendido bastante.
- 4 months ago
Excelente curso, muy práctico.
- 4 months ago
This course is excellent. I learned so much about work with cement. The instructions were clear and on point. I followed them easily. Great experience. Recommend everyone to try it.
- 4 months ago
Es excelente el uso de materiales reciclados dentro de la economia circular, me gustó como parte de los materiales el vidrio, la arcilla y los residuos de marmol. Muy buena la tecnica del diseño de mezcla y de tonos teniendo en cuenta los materiales del proyecto, pues desempeñan un papel fundamental en el acabado final del proyecto.
Their work highlights the often-overlooked potential of concrete and the timeless designs that can enhance any space with a touch of originality. As creators of decorative objects and urban furniture, they actively promote the bond between their products and nature since the two can exist in perfect harmony in public spaces.
Content
- U1
Introduction
- Presentation
- Influences
- U2
Mold design and preparation
- Design and mold
- Materials, tools, and workstation 1
- Materials, tools and workstation 2
- Mold making 1
- Mold making 2
- U3
Mixing and casting preparation
- Mix design and volume calculation
- Preparation of recycled aggregate
- Colour
- Reinforcement
- Mix and strain 1
- Mix and strain 2
- Drying and unmolding
- U4
Final detail: how to achieve an incredible finish
- Detailed
- Sealed
- Installation, cleaning and maintenance
- FP
Final project
- Design and Create Curved Furniture with Concrete
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FAQs
You’ll learn how to design and craft concrete furniture with organic shapes, incorporating recycled materials and eco-design techniques—from mold making to final finishing—focusing on sustainable methods and circular economy principles.
This is an intermediate-level course, ideal for those with basic design or construction knowledge who want to deepen their skills in concrete techniques and sustainable practices.
You’ll need cement, recycled aggregates or plastics, pigments, mold materials like melamine, cardboard, or fiberglass, gloves, a sander, sealants, plus basic construction tools and personal protective gear.
The course covers designing curved furniture, preparing mixes with recycled aggregates, creating organic molds, reinforcing concrete, terrazzo techniques, applying pigments and sealants, plus upcycling and sustainability strategies.
Yes, the course includes methods for making terrazzo using recycled plastics as aggregates, achieving colorful, durable, and eco-friendly finishes for furniture and surfaces.
The course promotes waste reuse, recyclable materials, circular economy, and low-impact environmental practices throughout the design and production process.
You’ll learn how to attach legs using anchors, metal inserts, or PVC pipes, and reinforce concrete with steel or fibers to ensure the furniture is stable, durable, and functional.