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Assignment

Task:
Create a lighting plan for a bedroom that uses all three types of lighting. Include placement and fixture choices.

Submission Format:
Sketch or digital layout with brief descriptions

Evaluation Criteria:
Functionality, creativity, and understanding of light layering

Assignment

Task:
Create a digital or physical material board with at least 3 natural and 3 synthetic materials. Label their properties and potential applications.

Submission Format:
Photo, PDF, or presentation

Evaluation Criteria:
Accuracy, aesthetic arrangement, and clarity

Finish and Present Your Project

Complete sanding and finishing on your furniture piece.

Share photos of the finished product and write a reflection on your experience and lessons learned.

Build a Sample Joint

Practice creating at least two types of joints on scrap wood.

Take photos and describe your process and challenges faced.

Material List and Cut Plan

Create a detailed list of materials you will use for a small furniture project. Include dimensions and cutting plans.

Attach photos or scans of your marked wood pieces.

Sketch Your First Furniture Concept

Create simple sketches of a chair or table including dimensions and front, side, and top views. Submit photos or scans with a brief explanation of your design choices.

Design Inspiration Board

Collect images of furniture styles and design elements that inspire you. Create a digital or physical mood board and write a brief description explaining your preferred style and why.