Job Description

• Develop new furniture designs, including sofas, chairs, beds, dining tables, cabinets, and other home furniture.
• Create design concepts based on market trends, customer needs, and company requirements. Explore different design approaches, materials, colours, finishes, and construction methods.
• Create 3D furniture models using software such as Rhino 3D, SketchUp, or Blender.
• Produce realistic 3D renderings using KeyShot or other rendering software to present design concepts.
• Prepare different furniture views and design variations for internal discussions and presentations.
• Prepare technical drawings with dimensions and construction details for furniture production.
• Specify materials, finishes, upholstery, hardware, and other furniture components.
• Develop drawings for custom furniture, modular furniture, and knock-down (KD) designs.
• Revise technical drawings and specifications according to design changes and factory feedback.
• Research suitable materials, finishes, and hardware for furniture development.
• Consider material durability, appearance, manufacturing feasibility, and target cost.
• Coordinate with suppliers and factories during sample development.
• Review furniture samples to check dimensions, construction, materials, finishing, and overall appearance.
• Communicate with factories and suppliers regarding design requirements, technical details, and construction methods.
• Clarify technical drawings and resolve design-related issues during production development.
• Assist in maintaining design consistency between approved drawings, samples, and final products.
• Prepare design presentations, reference images, technical documents, and product specifications.
• Work closely with senior designers, product development teams, the merchandiser team, suppliers, and other relevant departments.
• Perform general administrative duties and other ad hoc tasks assigned by management.

Job Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Furniture Design, Industrial Design, Product Design, Interior Design or any other related disciplines.
• Candidates with relevant experience in furniture design, product development or interior design will have an added advantage.
• Proficient in at least one 3D modelling software, such as SketchUp, Rhino, Blender or similar programmes, and familiar with rendering software such as KeyShot.
• Basic knowledge of AutoCAD or other technical drawing software, with the ability to produce detailed drawings for furniture production.
• Good understanding of furniture materials, dimensions and manufacturing processes will be an advantage.
• Creative, detail-oriented and able to translate design concepts into practical and functional furniture designs.
• Able to work independently as well as collaborate with suppliers, factories and internal teams.

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