The structure of furniture means some ways for combinations and connections between the materials and components furniture use. It is a kind of structural system which is composed according to the using functions. It includes inner structures and external structures of furniture. Inner structures mean a kind of connective way between the components of furniture, which is according to the changes of materials and the development of scientific techniques.

In addition, furniture’s external structures are touched straightly with users. It is the immediate reaction of its exterior modeling, so, the measure, scale, shape has to fit users. This is so-called ergonomics. For example, the comfortable and suited height, depth or back angles of seats can eliminate fatigue of people. Using storable furniture conveniently for users is a premise that the sizes of items are adapt to the measure of furniture. To design furniture according to this kinds of requirements lay the foundation of aesthetic requirement of furniture.

The furniture is manufactured by many kinds of materials through a series of technical processing. Materials are the material basis to manufacture furniture. So, furniture designing has a close relationship with materials besides the basic requirement for use function, beauty and technique.