Furniture design based on cultural orientation: a thematic review
Creators: name: Huang, Wenhong
name: Rahman, Ahmad Rizal Abdul
name: Gill, Sarjit S.
name: Effendi, Raja Ahmad Azmeer Raja Ahmad
Publisher: name: Taylor & Francis
Year: 2025
Subjects: subject: Space Science
subject: Microbiology
subject: FOS: Biological sciences
subject: Genetics
subject: Biotechnology
subject: Science Policy
subject: Biological Sciences not elsewhere classified
subject: Hematology
subject: Plant Biology

description: Furniture design plays a crucial role in the development and promotion development of culture. The rising spiritual needs of furniture users have opened up new opportunities and challenges for culturally oriented furniture design. However, there need to be more review articles in this field. To address this gap, the researcher utilized ATLAS.ti 23 software to conduct a thematic review of 29 literature sources on culture-related furniture design published between 2013 and 2022. Through thematic analysis, we identified four main themes: furniture design methods, cultural resources, human-centered design, and sustainable development. The study argues that while integrating cultural elements in furniture design remains the predominant strategy, the focus of artistic research is gradually shifting from protection to broader promotion and development. Additionally, the study highlights the growing emphasis on users’ cultural preferences and the emerging utilization of new technologies in furniture design. This research provides valuable insights for scholars and designers interested in cultural advancements and trends in furniture design. In an era increasingly attentive to cultural diversity, furniture design is not just an embodiment of living aesthetics, but also a vital pathway for cultural heritage and innovation. Our study, examining 29 literature sources from the past decade, delves into how furniture design intertwines with culture. We found that furniture design is evolving from mere integration of cultural elements to a comprehensive consideration of users’ cultural preferences and sustainable development. This research offers designers innovative ideas for blending traditional culture with modern design, while also revealing to the general public the deeper cultural significance behind furniture design. With technological advancements, we also observe new technologies breathing fresh life into traditional furniture. The insights from this study serve as an inspiration for those interested in cultural evolution and trends in furniture design. This research is a part of a broader investigation into how cultural elements influence contemporary design practices. The authors used ATLAS.ti 23 software to conduct a detailed thematic review of 29 culturally relevant academic articles on furniture design spanning a 10-year period. Key activities included identifying recurring themes, analyzing the evolution of design methodologies, and understanding the integration of cultural aspects in furniture design. This study contributes to a wider project that aims to bridge traditional cultural heritage with modern design needs. It emphasizes the growing significance of user-centred design concept and sustainable practices in the context of cultural heritage. The insights gained here extend beyond furniture design, offering a framework for exploring cultural influences in various design fields. This research aligns with contemporary issues of cultural preservation and technological integration in design, reflecting a global shift towards more culturally responsive and sustainable design practices.