Title: Identify styles of furniture.
Course: Interior Design I (19263-I) > Section: Understanding Furniture and Cabinetry Design

Identification should include, but not be limited to, the defining characteristics of major historical furniture styles and periods.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- What are the major furniture styles and periods from the seventeenth century to the present? What are the defining characteristics of each style?
- How did technology relate to furniture styles in the various periods?
- How does the past influence the furniture design of today?

Communication

- How does history affect furniture styles?
- How does communication contribute to an understanding of past furniture styles?

Leadership

- How does one set goals in planning the use of different furniture styles?
- What can be done to inspire a clear understanding of the impact of history on furniture design?

Management

- How can future choices be guided by understanding furniture design styles of the past?
- What consequences may result from not considering furniture design styles of the past when making furniture design choices?