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Inas Mohsen Motawei
In this 1-hour long project-based course, you will learn how to conduct a complete research on the basic dimensions of a classic Armchair, design the Chair Legs using the research measurements, design the chair’s handles and seat, design the back of the Chair, the Cochin and the Pillow and finally give it a realistic features by rendering the final design.
Note: This course works best for learners who are based in the North America region. We’re currently working on providing the same experience in other regions.
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Project Overview
By the end of this project, you will be able to create a complete Classic Armchair design and render it. You will design your chair using the right dimensions and work more on the sense of colors and materials in terms of understanding what’s best for your design; this project will help you improve your technical skills of design and your design presentations using simple tools and a simple 3D software like SketchUp.
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Teaches design principles for classic armchairs, helping learners understand dimensions, materials, and colors
Involves creating a complete chair design, from research to final rendering, providing hands-on experience
Develops skills in SketchUp, a popular 3D design software
Taught by Inas Mohsen Motawei, an expert in architecture and design
Leads learners through a project that involves designing a specific type of chair (classic armchair), which may limit its relevance to those interested in other types of furniture
Intended for learners based in North America, which may pose accessibility issues for those outside the region
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Fun sketchup armchair design course
According to students, this engaging course is a fun way to explore SketchUp. Learners say that this course is not only enjoyable, but that SketchUp is a great tool to learn.
This course covers the basics of SketchUp.
Many find this course to be fun and engaging.
"I had so much fun exploring something apart from coding :) "
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Review the basics of 3D modeling
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Reinforce your understanding of the core principles of 3D modeling to better grasp the techniques covered in this course.
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3D Modeling
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Go over the principles of 3D modeling, including vertices, edges, and faces.
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Practice creating basic 3D shapes using a beginner-friendly software like SketchUp.
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Experiment with different tools and techniques to familiarize yourself with the modeling process.
Review IKEA Armchairs basics
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Refreshing your knowledge on IKEA Armchair basics will enhance your understanding of common practices and guidelines when designing your own Armchair.
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Furniture Design
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Refer to IKEA Armchair design guidelines and tutorials
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Review different types of IKEA Armchairs and their features
Join a study group or online forum
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Connect with fellow learners to discuss the course material, share ideas, and provide support.
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Find a study group or online forum related to 3D modeling or SketchUp.
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Introduce yourself and participate in discussions.
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Share your work and ask for feedback from others.
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Sketch out multiple Armchair design concepts
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Sketching out multiple design concepts will allow you to explore different ideas, experiment with proportions, and refine your design before committing to a final plan.
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Brainstorm and generate ideas for your Armchair design
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Use pencils, markers, or digital tools to sketch your ideas
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Experiment with different shapes, sizes, and proportions
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Evaluate and compare your sketches to select the most promising concept
Create a mood board for your Armchair design
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Creating a mood board will help you visualize your design concept, explore different ideas, and make informed decisions about the overall aesthetic and functionality of your Armchair.
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Collect images and inspirations that align with your design vision
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Organize and arrange the images on a digital or physical board
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Analyze and reflect on the mood and style conveyed by the mood board
Share your Armchair design with peers for feedback
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Sharing your design with peers will provide valuable feedback, allowing you to identify areas for improvement and refine your design before finalizing it.
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Peer Feedback
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Present your Armchair design to a group of peers
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Explain your design choices and rationale
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Listen attentively to feedback and suggestions
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Consider and incorporate constructive criticism into your design
Design a prototype of your armchair
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Solidify your understanding of design principles by creating a prototype of your own armchair design using SketchUp.
Show steps
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Sketch out your design ideas on paper or a digital drawing tool.
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Create a 3D model of your armchair in SketchUp based on your sketches.
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Refine your design, making adjustments to the dimensions, shape, and materials.
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Present your prototype to others for feedback and suggestions.
Create variations of your armchair design
Show steps
Reinforce your design skills by experimenting with different variations of your armchair design.
Show steps
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Make changes to the dimensions, shape, or materials of your armchair.
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Create multiple variations to explore different design possibilities.
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Compare and contrast your variations to evaluate their strengths and weaknesses.
Create a digital 3D model of your final Armchair design
Show steps
Creating a 3D model of your final design will enable you to visualize your Armchair in a realistic setting, assess its proportions, and make any necessary adjustments before building a physical prototype.
Browse courses on
3D Modeling
Show steps
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Choose appropriate 3D modeling software, such as SketchUp or Blender
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Create a digital model of your Armchair based on your sketches
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Add details, textures, and materials to enhance the realism of your model
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Render images or animations of your Armchair to showcase its design
Create a 3D model using SketchUp
Show steps
Reinforce the concepts of design and modeling by creating your own 3D model using SketchUp.
Browse courses on
SketchUp
Show steps
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Watch tutorials on how to use SketchUp.
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Follow along with the tutorials and create your own simple 3D model.
-
Experiment with different shapes, textures, and colors to create different designs.
Solve design challenges using the principles of the course
Show steps
Test and solidify your understanding of the design principles by solving real-world design challenges.
Show steps
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Identify a design problem or challenge that you are interested in solving.
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Apply the principles and techniques learned in the course to develop a solution.
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Present your solution to a peer or mentor for feedback.
Explore tutorials on advanced Armchair design techniques
Show steps
Exploring tutorials on advanced Armchair design techniques will help you expand your knowledge, learn new skills, and incorporate innovative ideas into your own design.
Show steps
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Identify areas where you want to improve your Armchair design skills
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Search for online tutorials or workshops that cover these techniques
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Follow the tutorials and practice the techniques
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Apply your new knowledge to your own Armchair design
Build a portfolio of your design work
Show steps
Showcase your design skills and progress by building a portfolio of your best work.
Show steps
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Gather your best design projects and create a portfolio website or online gallery.
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Include a description of each project, the design process, and the results.
-
Share your portfolio with potential employers, clients, or other designers for feedback.
Create a blog post or video tutorial
Show steps
Deepen your understanding of the concepts by creating content that explains the techniques and principles you've learned.
Browse courses on
Content Creation
Show steps
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Choose a specific topic related to 3D modeling or SketchUp.
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Research and gather information to support your content.
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Create a blog post, video tutorial, or other type of content that shares your knowledge.
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Publish your content online and share it with others.
Attend a workshop on Armchair upholstery or woodworking
Show steps
Attending a workshop will provide hands-on experience and expert guidance, helping you refine your skills in specific aspects of Armchair design, such as upholstery or woodworking.
Browse courses on
Woodworking
Show steps
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Research and identify workshops that align with your interests
-
Register for and attend the workshop
-
Actively participate and learn from the instructors
-
Apply your newly acquired skills to your own Armchair design
Contribute to an open-source design project
Show steps
Gain practical experience and collaborate with other designers by contributing to an open-source design project.
Show steps
-
Find an open-source design project that you are interested in contributing to.
-
Review the project's documentation and codebase.
-
Identify an area where you can contribute your skills and expertise.
-
Submit a pull request with your contributions.
Review the basics of 3D modeling
Show steps
Reinforce your understanding of the core principles of 3D modeling to better grasp the techniques covered in this course.
Browse courses on
3D Modeling
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Go over the principles of 3D modeling, including vertices, edges, and faces.
- Practice creating basic 3D shapes using a beginner-friendly software like SketchUp.
- Experiment with different tools and techniques to familiarize yourself with the modeling process.
Review IKEA Armchairs basics
Show steps
Refreshing your knowledge on IKEA Armchair basics will enhance your understanding of common practices and guidelines when designing your own Armchair.
Browse courses on
Furniture Design
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Refer to IKEA Armchair design guidelines and tutorials
- Review different types of IKEA Armchairs and their features
Join a study group or online forum
Show steps
Connect with fellow learners to discuss the course material, share ideas, and provide support.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Find a study group or online forum related to 3D modeling or SketchUp.
- Introduce yourself and participate in discussions.
- Share your work and ask for feedback from others.
13 other activities
Expand to see all activities and additional details
Show all 16 activities
Sketch out multiple Armchair design concepts
Show steps
Sketching out multiple design concepts will allow you to explore different ideas, experiment with proportions, and refine your design before committing to a final plan.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Brainstorm and generate ideas for your Armchair design
- Use pencils, markers, or digital tools to sketch your ideas
- Experiment with different shapes, sizes, and proportions
- Evaluate and compare your sketches to select the most promising concept
Create a mood board for your Armchair design
Show steps
Creating a mood board will help you visualize your design concept, explore different ideas, and make informed decisions about the overall aesthetic and functionality of your Armchair.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Collect images and inspirations that align with your design vision
- Organize and arrange the images on a digital or physical board
- Analyze and reflect on the mood and style conveyed by the mood board
Share your Armchair design with peers for feedback
Show steps
Sharing your design with peers will provide valuable feedback, allowing you to identify areas for improvement and refine your design before finalizing it.
Browse courses on
Peer Feedback
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Present your Armchair design to a group of peers
- Explain your design choices and rationale
- Listen attentively to feedback and suggestions
- Consider and incorporate constructive criticism into your design
Design a prototype of your armchair
Show steps
Solidify your understanding of design principles by creating a prototype of your own armchair design using SketchUp.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Sketch out your design ideas on paper or a digital drawing tool.
- Create a 3D model of your armchair in SketchUp based on your sketches.
- Refine your design, making adjustments to the dimensions, shape, and materials.
- Present your prototype to others for feedback and suggestions.
Create variations of your armchair design
Show steps
Reinforce your design skills by experimenting with different variations of your armchair design.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Make changes to the dimensions, shape, or materials of your armchair.
- Create multiple variations to explore different design possibilities.
- Compare and contrast your variations to evaluate their strengths and weaknesses.
Create a digital 3D model of your final Armchair design
Show steps
Creating a 3D model of your final design will enable you to visualize your Armchair in a realistic setting, assess its proportions, and make any necessary adjustments before building a physical prototype.
Browse courses on
3D Modeling
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Choose appropriate 3D modeling software, such as SketchUp or Blender
- Create a digital model of your Armchair based on your sketches
- Add details, textures, and materials to enhance the realism of your model
- Render images or animations of your Armchair to showcase its design
Create a 3D model using SketchUp
Show steps
Reinforce the concepts of design and modeling by creating your own 3D model using SketchUp.
Browse courses on
SketchUp
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Watch tutorials on how to use SketchUp.
- Follow along with the tutorials and create your own simple 3D model.
- Experiment with different shapes, textures, and colors to create different designs.
Solve design challenges using the principles of the course
Show steps
Test and solidify your understanding of the design principles by solving real-world design challenges.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Identify a design problem or challenge that you are interested in solving.
- Apply the principles and techniques learned in the course to develop a solution.
- Present your solution to a peer or mentor for feedback.
Explore tutorials on advanced Armchair design techniques
Show steps
Exploring tutorials on advanced Armchair design techniques will help you expand your knowledge, learn new skills, and incorporate innovative ideas into your own design.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Identify areas where you want to improve your Armchair design skills
- Search for online tutorials or workshops that cover these techniques
- Follow the tutorials and practice the techniques
- Apply your new knowledge to your own Armchair design
Build a portfolio of your design work
Show steps
Showcase your design skills and progress by building a portfolio of your best work.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Gather your best design projects and create a portfolio website or online gallery.
- Include a description of each project, the design process, and the results.
- Share your portfolio with potential employers, clients, or other designers for feedback.
Create a blog post or video tutorial
Show steps
Deepen your understanding of the concepts by creating content that explains the techniques and principles you've learned.
Browse courses on
Content Creation
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Choose a specific topic related to 3D modeling or SketchUp.
- Research and gather information to support your content.
- Create a blog post, video tutorial, or other type of content that shares your knowledge.
- Publish your content online and share it with others.
Attend a workshop on Armchair upholstery or woodworking
Show steps
Attending a workshop will provide hands-on experience and expert guidance, helping you refine your skills in specific aspects of Armchair design, such as upholstery or woodworking.
Browse courses on
Woodworking
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Research and identify workshops that align with your interests
- Register for and attend the workshop
- Actively participate and learn from the instructors
- Apply your newly acquired skills to your own Armchair design
Contribute to an open-source design project
Show steps
Gain practical experience and collaborate with other designers by contributing to an open-source design project.
Show steps
Show steps
Show steps
- Find an open-source design project that you are interested in contributing to.
- Review the project's documentation and codebase.
- Identify an area where you can contribute your skills and expertise.
- Submit a pull request with your contributions.
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Learners who complete Product Design: Draw a Classic Armchair using SketchUp will develop knowledge and skills
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Product Designer
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Furniture Designer
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Furniture Designers create and design furniture. This course can help lead to success in this career by providing a foundation in 3D modeling and rendering. SketchUp is a popular software used by Furniture Designers to create models and visualizations of their designs. Additionally, this course can help Furniture Designers develop their understanding of design principles and materials, which are essential for creating beautiful and functional furniture.
3D Modeler
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3D Modelers create 3D models for a variety of industries, including architecture, product design, and gaming. This course can help lead to success in this career by providing a foundation in 3D modeling and rendering. SketchUp is a popular software used by 3D Modelers to create realistic and detailed models. Additionally, this course can help 3D Modelers develop their understanding of design principles and materials, which are essential for creating high-quality models.
Interior Architect
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Interior Architects design and plan the interior spaces of buildings. This course can help lead to success in this career by providing a foundation in 3D modeling and rendering. SketchUp is a popular software used by Interior Architects to create models and visualizations of their designs. Additionally, this course can help Interior Architects develop their understanding of design principles and building codes, which are essential for creating safe and functional interior spaces.
Interior designer
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Interior Designers create and plan the interior spaces of buildings. This course can help lead to success in this career by providing a foundation in 3D modeling and rendering. SketchUp is a popular software used by Interior Designers to create models and visualizations of their designs. Additionally, this course can help Interior Designers develop their understanding of design principles and color theory, which are essential for creating beautiful and functional interior spaces.
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Architectural Drafter
Architectural Drafters create technical drawings and plans for buildings and structures. This course can help lead to success in this career by providing a foundation in 3D modeling and rendering. SketchUp is a popular software used by Architectural Drafters to create models and drawings of their designs. Additionally, this course can help Architectural Drafters develop their understanding of design principles and building codes, which are essential for creating accurate and detailed drawings.
Architect
Architect
Architects design and plan buildings and structures. This course can help lead to success in this career by providing a foundation in 3D modeling and rendering. SketchUp is a popular software used by Architects to create models and visualizations of their designs. Additionally, this course can help Architects develop their understanding of design principles and building codes, which are essential for creating safe and functional structures.
UX Designer
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UX Designers create and design user interfaces for websites and apps. This course can help lead to success in this career by providing a foundation in 3D modeling and rendering. SketchUp is a popular software used by UX Designers to create prototypes and visualizations of their designs. Additionally, this course can help UX Designers develop their understanding of design principles and user experience, which are essential for creating user-friendly and intuitive interfaces.
Landscape Architect
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Landscape Architects design and plan outdoor spaces. This course can help lead to success in this career by providing a foundation in 3D modeling and rendering. SketchUp is a popular software used by Landscape Architects to create models and visualizations of their designs. Additionally, this course can help Landscape Architects develop their understanding of design principles and sustainable design, which are essential for creating beautiful and functional outdoor spaces.
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Technical Illustrators create technical drawings and diagrams for a variety of purposes, including instruction manuals, marketing materials, and scientific papers. This course can help lead to success in this career by providing a foundation in 3D modeling and rendering. SketchUp is a popular software used by Technical Illustrators to create clear and concise technical drawings. Additionally, this course can help Technical Illustrators develop their understanding of design principles and visual communication, which are essential for creating effective technical illustrations.
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Storyboard Artists create visual representations of a story for film, television, and video games. This course can help lead to success in this career by providing a foundation in 3D modeling and rendering. SketchUp is a popular software used by Storyboard Artists to create dynamic and engaging storyboards. Additionally, this course can help Storyboard Artists develop their understanding of visual storytelling and composition, which are essential for creating effective storyboards.
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Good to know
Teaches design principles for classic armchairs, helping learners understand dimensions, materials, and colors
Involves creating a complete chair design, from research to final rendering, providing hands-on experience
Develops skills in SketchUp, a popular 3D design software
Taught by Inas Mohsen Motawei, an expert in architecture and design
Leads learners through a project that involves designing a specific type of chair (classic armchair), which may limit its relevance to those interested in other types of furniture
Intended for learners based in North America, which may pose accessibility issues for those outside the region
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