Furniture Manufacturing for Beginners: Open Source Design

A course by STUDIO DLUX - Denis Fujii , Architect

Architect. São Paulo, Brazil.
Joined June 2021

Create product designs that can be shared and produced worldwide through digital CNC router fabrication

97% positive reviews (33)
1,640 students
Audio: Portuguese
Portuguese · Spanish · English · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch

Create product designs that can be shared and produced worldwide through digital CNC router fabrication

The open source design philosophy and its digital production possibilities are paving the way for more sustainable and collaborative design and manufacture, making it accessible to those in need and starting a dialogue with different cultures. This is a fundamental pillar in the work of Denis Fujii, founder of STUDIO DLUX and creator of the Valoví, the world's most downloaded open source chair that can be manufactured digitally.

In this course, design a piece of furniture or decorative object that can be produced using a CNC router and easily shared worldwide. Denis guides you through each stage, from the initial design using a CAD software to the creation of each piece for CNC cutting.

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What will you learn in this online course?

11 lessons & 19 downloads

Choice of Material
7 minutes, 51 seconds
Basic for CNC
8 minutes, 15 seconds
Fits, Cuts and Layers 1
20 minutes, 13 seconds
Fits, Cuts and Layers 2
9 minutes, 25 seconds
  • 97% positive reviews (33)
  • 1,640 students
  • 11 lessons (1h 49m)
  • 19 additional resources (8 files)
  • Online and at your own pace
  • Available on the app
  • Audio: Portuguese
  • Portuguese · Spanish · English · German · French · Italian · Polish · Dutch
  • Level: Beginner
  • Unlimited access forever

What is this course's project?

Design a piece of furniture or decorative object for digital fabrication with a CNC router that can be easily shared worldwide.

Who is this online course for?

Architects, designers, makers, and digital manufacturing enthusiasts with a passion for new methods of creating and sharing projects.

Requirements and materials

For this course you need basic knowledge of a CAD software like AutoCAD, Rhinoceros, or similar.

In terms of materials, all you need is a computer with access to the software.


Reviews

1,640 Students
33 Reviews
97% Positive ratings
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STUDIO DLUX - Denis Fujii

Denis Fujii studied architecture and urban planning at the Centro Universitário Belas Artes in São Paulo. He is the founder of STUDIO DLUX, which carries out architecture and design projects using open source design through a network of manufacturers and enthusiasts who come together to share their creations. The network produces office equipment and designs of varying scales, both globally and locally.

He is also the creator of Valoví, the most downloaded and manufactured open source chair in the world. He is currently specializing in CNC router furniture design and his portfolio includes over 100 original open source designs. His mission is to make architecture and design more accessible, regardless of people's location or means, using digital manufacturing.


Content

  • U1

    Introduction

    • Presentation
    • Influences
  • U2

    Open design principles and benefits

    • Digital Fabrication and Open Design
    • User Understanding for Furniture Choice
    • Choice of Material
  • U3

    Designing for CNC

    • Basic for CNC
    • Fits, Cuts and Layers 1
    • Fits, Cuts and Layers 2
    • Preparing the File
  • U4

    Materializing the Project

    • Meet the Producers
    • Collaborate with the World
  • FP

    Final project

    • Furniture Manufacturing for Beginners: Open Source Design

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    Learn valuable methods and techniques explained by top experts in the creative sector.

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  • Share knowledge and ideas

    Ask questions, request feedback, or offer solutions. Share your learning experience with other students in the community who are as passionate about creativity as you are.

  • Connect with a global creative community

    The community is home to millions of people from around the world who are curious and passionate about exploring and expressing their creativity.

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The courses are divided into different units. Each one includes lessons, informational text, tasks, and practice exercises to help you carry out your project step by step, with additional complementary resources and downloads. You'll also have access to an exclusive forum where you can interact with the teacher and with other students, as well as share your work and your course project, creating a community around the course.

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Furniture Manufacturing for Beginners: Open Source Design. Design course by STUDIO DLUX - Denis Fujii

Furniture Manufacturing for Beginners: Open Source Design

A course by STUDIO DLUX - Denis Fujii
Architect. São Paulo, Brazil.
Joined June 2021
  • 97% positive reviews (33)
  • 1,640 students