Design Foundations
Recommended for new Dealer Designers (0-1 years of experience).
This 12-week program encompasses essential competencies including furniture systems knowledge, core design skills, professional presentation techniques, cross-functional collaboration, and time management.
In this program you will learn:
Module 1: Foundation & Process
- Week 1: Introduction to Dealer Design Environment
- Week 2: Understanding the Dealer Design Process
- Week 3: Collaboration and Teamwork
Module 2: Core Design Skills
- Week 4: Discovery and Needs Assessment
- Week 5: Space Planning Essentials with Furniture
- Week 6: Presentation Skills and Visual Communication
- Week 7: Design Documentation and Deliverables
Module 3: Professional Practice
- Week 8: Time Management and Project Prioritization
- Week 9 Professional Resources and Tools
- Week 10: Problem-Solving and Troubleshooting
- Week 11: Professional Growth and Career Development
Module 4: Integration & Application
- Week 12: Capstone Project Presentations
Try Out What You've Learned:
- Discovery and needs assessment
- Design development and documentation
- Team collaboration
- Problem-solving and professional judgment
- Application of program learnings
