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Peculiar Plumbed Tables

The MT 01 Table Comprises a Spindly Frame of Galvanized Pipes

— January 18, 2012 — Eco
A perfectly practical piece of furniture can of course be made from unconventional materials. Just look at the MT 01 Table. It consists of a broad and level tabletop and four supportive legs to keep it elevated and steady. The bulk of the structure is, however, made of connected pipes.

Dosuno Design made use of the Open Tap technique for assembling this unusual kitchen table. Such a system requires galvanized piping make up the main building unit -- a material that unfortunately could not be used to effectively create an eating surface.

A large piece of plywood acts as the top of the MT 01 Table, held in place by angled elliptical holes which allow the ducts to pass through the middle at 45 degrees. This arrangement enables the dining table to stay together without any screws or adhesives.
Trend Themes
1. Unconventional Furniture - The use of unconventional materials in furniture design, such as galvanized pipes, presents opportunities for unique and practical pieces.
2. Open Tap Technique - The Open Tap technique of assembling furniture using connected pipes offers a new approach to construction and customization.
3. Screwless Furniture Assembly - The use of angled elliptical holes to secure a piece of plywood as a tabletop demonstrates a potential disruptive innovation in furniture assembly without the need for screws or adhesives.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Design - The furniture design industry can explore using unconventional materials and construction techniques to create innovative and functional pieces.
2. Construction - The construction industry can adopt the Open Tap technique for creating structures and furniture, offering new possibilities for customization and efficiency.
3. Woodworking - Woodworking industry professionals can explore the use of angled elliptical holes as a secure and screwless method for assembling furniture pieces.
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