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Furniture & Interior Design at NID: A Comprehensive Guide

Program Overview

The Furniture & Interior Design program focuses on creating functional and aesthetic spaces and objects, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern technology.

Curriculum Structure

Foundation Year

  • Spatial design basics
  • Materials & processes
  • Technical drawing
  • Design methodology
  • Ergonomics
  • Visual studies

Core Years

  1. Second Year
  • Furniture design
  • Interior space planning
  • Construction methods
  • Material exploration
  • CAD/CAM
  • Lighting design
  1. Third Year
  • Advanced furniture design
  • Commercial interiors
  • Sustainable practices
  • Project management
  • Exhibition design
  • Professional practice
  1. Final Year
  • Specialization projects
  • Industry collaboration
  • Portfolio development
  • Research project

Career Paths

Furniture Design

  • Furniture Designer: ₹5-10 lakhs (entry)
  • Product Developer: ₹7-15 lakhs
  • Design Consultant: ₹12-25 lakhs
  • Design Head: ₹20-40 lakhs

Interior Design

  • Interior Designer: ₹4-8 lakhs (entry)
  • Space Planner: ₹6-12 lakhs
  • Project Manager: ₹10-20 lakhs
  • Design Director: ₹25-45 lakhs

Industry Sectors

  • Furniture manufacturers
  • Interior design firms
  • Architectural practices
  • Retail design
  • Hospitality sector
  • Exhibition design
  • Real estate developers

Facilities

  • Woodworking studio
  • Metal workshop
  • Upholstery lab
  • Digital fabrication lab
  • Material library
  • CAD studio
  • Prototyping workshop

Industry Integration

  • Furniture fairs
  • Design exhibitions
  • Industry projects
  • International collaborations
  • Research initiatives

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