Furniture Making with 3D Printing and Wood
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Learn how to use 3D printing in combination with wood to create custom pieces of furniture for your home
The art of making objects that are both stylish and functional is made simple when you combine traditional crafts with 3D printing. Industrial designer Alexandre Chappel specializes in creating unique objects using a mixture of techniques from woodworking and metalworking to 3D printing and casting. He shares his designs with over 20K followers on Instagram and via his YouTube channel, where he documents his creative process.
In this course, Alexandre teaches you how to combine 3D modeling, printing, and woodworking to turn your ideas into physical products. Discover the endless possibilities of 3D printing and learn how to mix craft and technology to create custom pieces of furniture.
Begin the course by getting to know industrial designer Alexandre Chappel. He talks through his creative journey as well as the influences that inspire the products he creates, from fellow designers to storytellers.
Dive into what 3D printing is and where to find ready-made 3D models. Then take a look at the tools needed for the course, including woodworking tools and digital software. Gather inspiration for your shelf design before sketching your ideas and creating a mockup o help you visualize the finished product. Then make your final drawing complete with measurements.
Time to start 3D modeling! Alexandre teaches you how to use Fusion 360, before explaining the important things to keep in mind when designing 3D printed products. Learn how to combine 3D printed parts with other materials to optimize functionality.
Discover the steps involved in going from a 3D model to a printed part. Find out how the software communicates with the printer, and the settings that can impact the quality and print time of your project. Print your test pieces and make any necessary modifications before printing and finishing your final parts.
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