Method for designing and assembling custom-made furniture

Abstract

The present invention relates to a method for designing and assembling custom-made furniture, wherein the method aims to revolutionise the custom-made furniture industry with the introduction of an innovative platform dedicated to the online customisation of custom-made and bespoke furniture. The algorithm created aims to fill a gap in the current market and the method provides users with the opportunity to design furniture that meets their specifications with respect to design, size and style. Using advanced visualisation tools, such as 3D renderings and augmented reality, users will be able to see how the customised furniture will fit into their spaces before the project is finalised.

Description

[0001] METHOD FOR DESIGNING AND ASSEMBLING CUSTOM-MADE FURNITURE

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[0001] The present invention relates to a method for designing and assembling custom-made furniture, where the method aims to revolutionize the custom-made furniture industry with the introduction of an innovative platform dedicated to the online customization of custom-made and bespoke furniture. The algorithm created aims to fill a gap in the current market; the method offers users the opportunity to design furniture that meets their specifications in terms of design, size, and style. Using advanced visualization tools, such as 3D renderings and augmented reality, users will be able to see how the custom furniture will fit into their spaces before finalizing the project.

[0003] FIELD OF APPLICATION

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[0002] The method for designing and assembling custom-made furniture, the subject of this invention, is dedicated to users who wish to plan their furniture and verify its feasibility and design online before making a purchase, in order to fill a market gap where it is not possible to fully enter a website, develop your carpentry project before making and buying it.

[0005] OBJECTIVE OF THE INVENTION

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[0003] The method for designing and assembling custom-made furniture, the subject of the present invention, has several objectives, among which the following can be mentioned:

[0007] - To offer detailed customization, allowing users to adjust furniture according to their preferences for size, style, material, and color, providing a degree of personalization that is not currently available;

[0008] - To offer visualization and preview of the final product, integrating technological tools such as 3D visualization or augmented reality, so that users can see how the customized furniture would fit into their spaces before making a purchase;

[0009] - To offer convenience, making the planning and future purchase of custom-made furniture more accessible and convenient, eliminating the need for in-person visits to stores and lengthy design consultations;

[0010] - To offer reduced planning time aimed at optimizing the production chain to ensure that custom furniture is designed, ordered, and subsequently manufactured and delivered more efficiently, reducing waiting time for users;

[0011] - To offer price accessibility, allowing custom-made furniture to be more competitively priced compared to traditional bespoke furniture options, making them accessible to a wider market;

[0012] - Offering sustainability by reducing waste through on-demand production, manufacturing furniture only when ordered, which can contribute to more sustainable business practices;

[0013] - Offering space optimization allows the designed furniture to fit specific user spaces, maximizing the use of their home or office environment;

[0014] - To improve user satisfaction by increasing satisfaction and offering a product that precisely meets their needs and expectations. Rationale

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[0004] Nowadays, e-commerce makes it possible to buy a variety of products, including furniture. However, in the furniture sector, the sale of mass-produced and stocked pieces prevails. There is a gap in the market for an online platform specializing in planning before purchasing custom-made and personalized furniture.

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[0005] Currently, this planning is carried out by architects through expensive projects that do not always meet the user's needs. The method proposed here aims to fill this do-it-yourself gap, offering the user the convenience of customizing furniture according to their needs and preferences directly online through a specific platform dedicated to furniture planning before ordering or purchasing, similarly to what already happens with the customization of t-shirts and other clothing. The goal is to allow users to choose and customize their furniture online, which can then be ordered and manufactured according to the specifications provided and delivered custom-made.

[0017] PROBLEM TO BE SOLVED

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[0006] The method for designing and assembling custom-made furniture, the subject of the present invention, aims to solve several current problems that a person faces when planning a renovation or acquiring custom-made furniture, such as: excessive standardization, lack of online customization options, difficulty in visualizing the final product, limited access to custom-made furniture, and also the complex and time-consuming purchasing process.

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[0007] Currently, most online furniture and product offers focus on standardized products, which limits customization options for the consumer. The proposed invention would allow each user to customize furniture according to their preferences and specified measurements, overcoming the restriction of choice imposed by the current state.

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[0008] Currently, consumers do not have the option to customize furniture in detail through an online system. With this new invention, users could adjust sizes, styles, materials, and other specifications, similar to the clothing customization model that already exists online.

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[0009] Without customization capabilities, users cannot visualize how custom furniture would look in their spaces. The proposed platform incorporates 3D visualization and other visualization tools to help users see the final result before ordering and purchasing.

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[0010] Traditionally, custom-made furniture requires visits to physical stores or special orders, which can be time-consuming and expensive. The proposed invention offers convenience and accessibility to the process of customizing and choosing custom furniture designs.

[0011] Designing and acquiring custom furniture often involves several steps, including consultation with designers, multiple store visits, and a lengthy manufacturing process. The new online solution would simplify the design experience, making it faster and more straightforward.

[0023] STATE OF THE ART

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[0012] There are some patent documents that describe methods and systems for designing, three-dimensional assembly processes, and / or furniture manufacturing processes for intelligent furniture manufacturing; however, none of these documents describes a method for planning and designing planned furniture for common summaries via an internet platform, as described in this invention. Among these documents, the following can be highlighted:

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[0013] Patent document CN115758601, METHOD FOR DESIGNING A VARIANT OF THE FURNITURE MANUFACTURING PROCESS FOR INTELLIGENT PANEL FURNITURE MANUFACTURING. Where the invention provides a method for designing a variant of the furniture manufacturing process for intelligent panel furniture manufacturing, which comprises the following steps: 1. Retrieving a product family, a parts family, and a furniture manufacturing process model file to which a furniture product belongs; if the product family, parts family, and furniture manufacturing process model file do not exist, first perform furniture manufacturing process modeling; and if the product family, parts family, and furniture manufacturing process model file do not exist, perform furniture manufacturing process modeling; then performing step 2; if so, directly perform step 2;2. Extract process information from the digital model library to form a basic furniture manufacturing process card model; 3. Read the furniture properties table from the digital model library to form a new furniture process properties table; and 4. Select characteristic values ​​in the table through manual interaction and modify and adjust the basic furniture manufacturing process card model to form a new furniture manufacturing process card. According to the furniture manufacturing process variant design, the furniture process formulation process can be simplified, the efficiency and quality of the furniture process are greatly improved, and the digital transformation of domestic manufacturing is accelerated.

[0014] Patent document CN115048751, METHOD AND SYSTEM FOR DATA-BASED THREE-DIMENSIONAL ASSEMBLY PROCESS VARIANT DESIGN. Where the invention discloses a data-driven method and system for three-dimensional assembly process variant design. The data-based three-dimensional assembly process variant design method comprises the steps of obtaining process design information prior to variant design based on a three-dimensional assembly process model prior to variant design; comparing product design models before and after variant design to obtain product design variant information and form variant design requirements; according to a variant design requirement, determining a variant scheme by combining the assembly process resource library and the assembly process method library; combining a process parameter library of DESCRIPTION OF FIGURES;

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[0015] Reference is made below to the Figures that accompany this descriptive report, for better understanding and illustration thereof, where one can see:

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[0016] Figure 1 shows a general flowchart of the method for designing and assembling planned furniture, as proposed here.

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[0017] Figure 2 shows some examples of furniture design and planning models, specifically a wardrobe.

[0029] DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

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[0018] Next, a preferred, non-restrictive way of carrying out the present method is described, outlining one of the constructive possibilities that lead to realizing the described object and the way in which it functions.

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[0019] This method aims to revolutionize the furniture industry by introducing an online design platform dedicated to customizing and creating bespoke furniture designs for later ordering and purchase. The method utilizes an algorithm created for design functions that aims to fill a gap in the current market. The platform and method offer users the opportunity to design furniture that meets their specifications in terms of design, size, and style. Using advanced visualization tools, such as 3D renderings and augmented reality, users will be able to see how the customized furniture will fit into their spaces before placing an order and / or finalizing the purchase.

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[0020] The project implementation process is simplified, allowing for a more fluid user experience compared to traditional visits to furniture stores. This not only saves time but also makes furniture customization a viable and accessible option for a wider audience. With on-demand production, the method proposed here is expected to reduce waste and time loss, contributing to more sustainable practices, while designing furniture that is truly made to suit and enhance the user's living or working space. The promise is to offer a service that not only improves efficiency and user satisfaction but can also result in competitive pricing and better use of living space.

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[0021] The method for designing and assembling fitted furniture, the subject of the present invention, essentially comprises 10 main steps, which are:

[0034] 1. Opening the website and accessing the platform is the user's initial action;

[0035] 2. Environment Scanning. The user accesses the website and selects the "Scan Environment" option. The device's camera is activated, allowing the user to scan the space where they want to place the furniture. The user utilizes tools on the website to scan the physical environment;

[0036] 3. Generate 3D image. From the scan, a 3D image of the environment is generated. After scanning, the user chooses a specific wall for the furniture. The website automatically generates a 2D model of the environment, including precise measurements to ensure that the furniture fits in the available space;

[0037] 4. Furniture selection. With the 2D model visible, the user has access to a menu of furniture categories, with more than 10,000 pre-registered options. The user can select a suggested piece of furniture or search by specific categories, viewing different available models;

[0038] 5. Generate 2D Image and Customize the Furniture in the 2D Model. A 2D image of the selection is created for detailing. Once selected, the furniture appears in the 2D model. The user can adjust the size of the furniture using pinch gestures to zoom in or out, ensuring it fits the designated space. The user can customize the furniture by changing its depth (within the available options), adding components such as drawers and shelves, and modifying the configuration of the elements, provided these options are available in the backend;

[0039] 6. Accessing the Edit Menu and Choosing Finishes. The user selects interior and door finishes from the registered options, further customizing the furniture. The user accesses the edit menu for customizations, where they have the following options: a) Product; b) Dimensions (HxWxD); c) Shelves; d) Drawers; e) Furniture Position; f) Finish Selection; g) MDF / MDP Selection; h) Panel Thickness; i) Feet; j) Handles; k) Customized Doors. Here, the user makes various decisions about the design and characteristics of the product.

[0040] 7. Render the Project and Visualize the Product. The website renders a 3D visualization of the customized furniture so the user can confirm if it is as desired. The finalized design is then rendered;

[0041] 8. Photo / image of the 3D rendered product / project. A 3D image of the finished product is generated;

[0042] 9. Save Project. At this point, the user can save their project. If necessary, the site will prompt them to log in or create an account; and 10. Price View for Quotation. The user selects the sheet thickness for the furniture construction. The site displays the prices corresponding to each material option.

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[0022] Thus, due to the operating characteristics and advantages mentioned above, it can be clearly seen that the METHOD FOR DESIGN AND ASSEMBLING CUSTOM-MADE FURNITURE is a practical innovation for the State of the Art, which has unprecedented conditions of innovation, inventive activity and industrialization, making it worthy of the Privilege of Invention Patent.

Claims

MODIFIED CLAIMS Received by the International Secretariat on March 18, 2025 (03 / 18 / 2025) 1) METHOD FOR DESIGN AND ASSEMBLING CUSTOM-MADE FURNITURE, a method for designing and assembling custom-made furniture via an online platform, consisting of the following steps: 1 - Opening the website and accessing the platform, which is the user's initial action; 4 - Furniture selection: where, with the 2D model visible, the user has access to a menu of furniture categories, with more than 10,000 pre-registered options, and the user selects a suggested piece of furniture or searches for specific categories, viewing different available models; 5 - Generating a 2D image and Customizing the Furniture in the 2D Model: where a 2D image of the selection is created for detailing; once selected, the furniture appears in the 2D model; the user adjusts the size of the furniture using pinch gestures to zoom in or out; and the user customizes the furniture by altering its depth, adding components such as drawers and shelves, and modifying the configuration of the elements;7 - Rendering the Project and Visualizing the Product: where the website renders a 3D visualization of the customized furniture and the finalized design is rendered; 8 - Photo / image of the 3D rendered product / project: where a 3D image of the finalized product is generated; characterized by comprising the following steps: 2 - Scanning the Environment: where the user accesses the website and selects the "Scan Environment" option, the device's camera is activated, allowing the user to scan the space where they want to place the furniture, and the user uses website tools to scan the physical environment; 3 - Generating a 3D image: where, from the scan, a 3D image of the environment is generated. After scanning, the user chooses a specific wall for the furniture, and the website automatically generates a 2D model of the environment, including precise measurements to ensure that the furniture fits in the available space;6 - Access to the Editing Menu and Choice of Finishes: where the user selects interior finishes and makes various decisions about the design and characteristics of the product, the user accesses the editing menu for customizations, where they have the options of: a) Product; b) Dimensions (HxWxD); c) Shelves; d) Drawers; e) Furniture Position; f) Finish Selection; g) MDF, MDP Selection; h) Panel Thickness; i) Feet; j) Handles; k) Customized Doors; 9 - Save Project: where the user saves their project; and 10 - Preview; MODIFIED SHEET (ARTICLE 19) Price quote section; where the user selects the sheet thickness for the furniture and obtains a quote. MODIFIED SHEET (ARTICLE 19) [0001] DECLARATION ACCORDING TO ARTICLE 19(1) [0002] I declare for all due purposes that, aiming for better understanding, I have rewritten the set of claims, deleting and modifying parts, moving the characterizing part, without however altering the inventive concept of the patent. The changes do not add new material.

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