Robin Ho Kwok Seng
Member
Mr Robin Ho graduated from the University of Nottingham, UK with a Masters of Business Administration (Financial Studies).
An experienced people developer and business development professional, Robin specialises in relationship-building, communications and training.
His latest endeavour involved working on a social enterprise project to provide low-cost, high-value, motivational and enrichment learning opportunities for underprivileged and under-achieving youths.
He has diverse industry experiences which include Education (Private & Public Schools), Design (Interior & Graphic), E-Learning (K-12), Workplace Safety & Health (Marine, Oil & Gas, Construction), Spa & Beauty, Sports and Fitness, Security & Surveillance, Manpower & Recruitment, Pharmaceutical, as well as Seminars and Events Management.
Robin is most passionate about Human Relations, Health, Fitness and Learning.
He is the Vice-Principal (Academic) of Inspiration Design International School and he teaches Design Communications.
UEN No.: 199402914W
Period of Registration: 06/12/2017 – 05/12/2021
FURNITURE KNOWLEDGE
Synopsis
This course is intended for Spatial Design executives/designers looking to deepen their skills and experience within the furniture industry, by acquiring the knowledge and skills to successfully develop creative furniture design concepts. Issues pertaining to design and construction are highlighted as well as the processes of planning, visualizing and realizing a furniture design. The acquired skills will assist participants in developing a competitive edge through a more confident approach to designing furniture for interiors.
Topics covered include the variety of skills necessary in designing furniture and how to build flexibility into design proposals. Emphasis will be on the importance of furniture design in the interior space and how to utilise the various design possibilities available.
There will be theoretical studies on the principles of design styles and their effects on the human mind. The studies will be reinforced through research, observation and experimentation with particular emphasis on underlying design approaches, philosophies, constraints, influences and areas of innovation.
Participants will be introduced to case studies of furniture design issues from local and international designers, with particular reference to current influences on present furniture design and construction approaches.
Aim Of The Course
To provide the participant with a combination of creative insight, world-wide design knowledge, technical skills, commercial reasoning, and human/cultural understanding in order to become a successful furniture designer.
Learning Objectives
Participants who successfully complete this program will be able to:
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Use knowledge of form, function, materials, technology and market needs to design furniture that shows creative flair, innovation and is well suited to current consumer needs.
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Gain confidence in generating appropriate furniture design concepts against challenging project briefs
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Produce and present furniture design solutions
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Manage the production of a prototype sample of a furniture design
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Achieve knowledge, skills and the attitudes required to select objects, furniture and art to achieve the desired harmonious ambiance and function for a newly-designed interior space
Duration of the Program
6 sessions at 2.5 hrs per session
(Total of 15 hours)
Course Fees
Group class: $450.00
Minimum Number of Students Before a class Commences
Minimum 6 Students are required before Commencement of Classes.
Exemption Unit
DID022-3 Furniture Design
