From ideas to informed decisions

Look beyond the surface.

  • Compare material choices beyond appearance.
  • Understand strength and maintenance considerations.
  • Explore room-wise furniture material applications.
  • Include budget in material-selection decisions.

Why learn material selection?

A material choice affects more than appearance. Strength, upkeep and budget also matter. This course brings these considerations together so you can ask more useful questions about furniture materials.

Is this for you?

Homeowners choosing materials for their interiors and designers looking for room-wise material guidance.

Explore the course topics

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An overview of the published topics, grouped for easy reading.

01Understand material properties

Explore appearance, strength and maintenance as part of a material decision.

02Materials for wardrobes and bedrooms

Consider room-wise furniture material choices in wardrobes and bedrooms.

03Materials for the kitchen

Explore furniture material choices in kitchen applications.

04Living spaces, balconies and foyers

Consider material applications across other areas of the home.

05Balance appearance and budget

Understand how aesthetic preferences and budgeting relate to material selection.

Sourabh Jain, founder of Houme India

Meet your instructor

Sourabh Jain

Bachelor of Architecture
Founder, Houme India

Sourabh’s educational work explains home planning, interiors, materials and appliances in accessible language.

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Before you enrol

Is this a personalised design service?+

This is an educational course. For guidance on your own home, explore personal consultation.

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