Course Overview

The Furniture Design (MFA) program at Rochester Institute of Technology (RIT) is designed to foster advanced skills in furniture design, emphasizing creativity, craftsmanship, and innovation. This graduate program aims to develop designers who can create functional, aesthetically compelling, and sustainable furniture pieces. Unique features include a focus on both traditional and contemporary design techniques, as well as an interdisciplinary approach that integrates technology and material exploration.

Career Prospects

Graduates of this program are prepared for careers in furniture design, product design, and related creative industries. They gain skills to work as independent designers, collaborate with manufacturers, or contribute to design firms, with opportunities to innovate in sustainable and ergonomic design solutions.

Key Faculty and Staff

The program is supported by experienced faculty with expertise in industrial design and craftsmanship. Specific faculty names and profiles are available on the university's official website under the School of Design.

Unique Facilities and Partnerships

Students have access to state-of-the-art workshops, including woodshops, metalworking facilities, and digital fabrication labs at RIT. The university also fosters industry connections, providing opportunities for collaboration with design firms and manufacturers through projects and exhibitions.