# Bent Metal Furnishings The Poised Table by Paul Cocksedge Plays with Perception By Jana Pijak | Published 2013-09-14 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/poised-table References: [mocoloco](http://mocoloco.com/fresh2/2013/09/06/poised-table-by-paul-cocksedge-done.php) & [paulcocksedgestudio](http://www.paulcocksedgestudio.com/en/) The Poised Table by Paul Cocksedge is made from a thousand pounds of rolled steel. The [bent metal furniture piece](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wire-chair-concept) plays with perception and challenges traditional construction practices. Pushing the boundaries of modern design, the London-based architect was able to conceive this [striking table](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/interactive-transformation-table) with the help of complex mathematical calculations that allowed him to bring his unique vision to life. This balanced furniture piece resembles a bent piece of paper and defies its stiff material's limitations. Designed in a [limited edition of 10 pieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/lightness-of-form), the piece will be on display at Cocksedge's first solo show at New York's Friedman Benda gallery. The architect's Poised Table design is visually powerful and architecturally sound making it a piece that is both practical and aesthetically intriguing. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 83% | Activity: 48% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Mathematical Design:** Designers utilizing complex mathematical algorithms to create unique furniture designs. - **Perception-challenging Furniture:** Furniture that challenges traditional construction practices and plays with perception. - **Aesthetic-driven Design:** Designers focusing on creating furniture that is both practical and visually intriguing. ### Who This Affects Most - **Furniture Manufacturing:** Exploring the use of complex designs and materials to create visually-inspired furniture pieces. - **Architecture:** Exploring how the use of new materials and mathematical algorithms can push the boundaries of architectural design. - **Art Galleries:** Showcasing limited edition, visually stunning furniture pieces that push the boundaries of traditional interior design. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Bent Steel Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/creu-coffee-table.md) - [Metal Sheet Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/twist-side-table.md) - [Dynamic Strong Coffee Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sharp-table.md) - [Sheet Metal Furniture Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/paul-coenen.md) - [Fabric-Like Side Tables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tablecloth-side-table.md) - [Slender Geometric Furniture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tong-side-table.md) - [Bold-Tonal Organic Furniture Series](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pressura.md) - [Elegant Table Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tangent-table.md) - [Playful Wavy Table Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wavy-table-design.md)