Design Fundamentals: An Introduction to Furniture Design
What Is Furniture Design and Why Is It So Interesting? 2
A course by Lorenz+Kaz , Furniture, Product, and Interior Design Studio
About the video: What Is Furniture Design and Why Is It So Interesting? 2
Overview
“Furniture is an artistic expression: it sets trends and reflects fashion. Designers pick up on cultural, social, technical, economic, and ecological conditions and respond with appropriate designs. This is particularly noticeable in the 20th century. Beginning with the industrial revolution and the idea of mass-producing products, the furniture industry changed. Let's briefly go through the main design phases in the 20th century. ”
In this video lesson Lorenz+Kaz addresses the topic: What Is Furniture Design and Why Is It So Interesting? 2, which is part of the Domestika online course: Design Fundamentals: An Introduction to Furniture Design. Discover the basics of furniture design and how to create unique pieces that invite comfort and style in your home..
Partial transcription of the video
“As we already pointed out, furniture is a very clear artistic expression. They are an expression of time, of circumstances. And so many ways are reflected in furniture. So very clearly, beginning with the Industrial Revolution, also like furniture production, furniture design has changed, starting with Tonnet in 1850, with the first, the number 14 coffeehouse chair. We have seen the very, very first industrial produced furniture piece, but we're going to talk about that one later more. Specifically, after the First World War, there was also like a huge boom, and sort of like very new design...”
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Course summary for: Design Fundamentals: An Introduction to Furniture Design
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Furniture Design & Making, Industrial Design, Product Design
Lorenz+Kaz
A course by Lorenz+Kaz
Catharina Lorenz and Steffen Kaz are internationally renowned designers with a combined experience of nearly 30 years. Founders of the Lorenz + Kaz studio based in Milan, they have established themselves as experts in furniture, product, and interior design. Their illustrious career includes collaborations with esteemed companies and recognition such as the Red Dot Design Award and the DePadova Good Design Chicago Athenaeum award.
Specializing in chair design, Catharina and Steffen have crafted over 30 unique chair designs, many of which have become modern classics in the world of design furniture. Their innovative and iconic creations have been showcased at prestigious events like the Salone del Mobile in Milan and the Cologne Furniture Fair. With a strong focus on aesthetics, functionality, and cultural significance, their designs reflect a deep understanding of the impact furniture has on our daily lives.
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