Curating furniture for interiors

Explore the practical and stylistic concerns relating to the selection and arrangement of furniture for interior spaces, through an introduction to historical context, key concepts, developing moodboard(s), a small personal project with a museum visit. Please note - this course outline was amended on 08 Sep 11.

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Key course information

Dates
10/01/12 - 07/02/12

Day(s)
Tue

Duration
5 weeks

Time
14:00 - 17:00

Fees
Full fee: £111
Senior fee: £71
Concession: £56

Venue
KS - Keeley Street

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Course code
VF406

Availability
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Course outline

What is the course about?

Explore the practical and stylistic concerns relating to the selection and arrangement of furniture for interior spaces through an introduction to historical context, key concepts, developing mood board(s), a small personal project and a museum visit.
Each week there will be a small ‘hands on ‘project which will relate to the period and style of an English interior. You will explore and discuss the use of different materials, techniques and tools used in furniture making as well as more contemporary issues of sustainability and ethics.

What topics will we cover?

The aim of this course is to introduce a general outline of the history of English furniture in period and style, focusing on the development of the chair. You will explore furniture related materials and their sources. You will learn how to develop mood boards, using student’s photographs of interior spaces as starting point. You will be shown how to build a linen or calico chair cover and a bed corona including trim and fastenings.

By the end of this course you should be able to:

- Understand the general outline of English furniture history in period and style.
- Be familiar with the history of the chair
- Have gained an awareness of materials used in the furniture trade and their sources
- Understand the concept of the mood board
- Have an understanding how to make simple linen or calico chair covers
- Have an understanding how to make a simple bed corona with trim and fastenings
- Follow good studio practice.

What level is the course and do I need any particular skills?

No previous experience is necessary. This course is for anyone with an interest in interior decoration techniques. You should be able to follow simple written and verbal instructions to support demonstrations, hand-outs and for health and safety information, and will be invited to take part in group discussion. You should be able to use numbers and be able to do simple measurements and calculations.
Please look at the rest of the course outline carefully to decide if you may benefit from support in your English and Maths skills to help you to take part fully in this class.

How will I be taught, and will there be any work outside the class?

A mixture of lectures, work demonstration, one to one tuition, practical work on individual sample projects and informal group discussions. We will use books, brochures, material samples and PowerPoint. This course includes a visit to the Geffrye Museum.

Are there any other costs? Is there anything I need to bring?

Basic materials and equipment are provided. You need to bring an A4 sketchbook or sketchpad, a fabric tape measure, a pair of scissors, suitable to cut fabric; fabric samples as well as a photo of a piece of furniture or an interior that you particularly like (or dislike). Please enquire at least four weeks prior to the course if you have any questions about samples.

Do I need to have an interview before I can enrol?

No.

What feedback will I get?

You will receive regular feedback from your tutor throughout the course, as and when appropriate. At the end of the course you and your tutor are asked to assess the progress you have made.

How will I be able to give my views on the course?

Please complete the evaluation form at the end of your course. These are monitored and help us to continually improve our courses.

How do I find out if I can get some support for my learning?

You may be interested in: education and careers advice; financial and childcare support; disability support; support for Deaf and hearing-impaired students; dyslexia support; English and maths support; counselling, and library services (supported learning centre). To find out what may be available to you, and how to apply, see page 213 of the 11/12 course guide, or visit www.citylit.ac.uk/students

When I've finished, what course can I do next?

You can extend and develop your interest in design through our range of art and design courses, e.g. Design drawing for interiors, computer aided design, mosaics, interior- and garden design. Please see the main course guide for details of other courses that we run.

General information and advice on courses at City Lit is available from the Information and Advice Shop, open Monday to Friday 12:00 – 19:00 during term time, and Monday to Friday 12:00 – 17:00 out of term time. See the course guide for term dates and further details.

Who can I contact for further information?

Tel: 020 7492 2700

visualarts@citylit.ac.uk

Please email us for advice or call us during these times:

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