Although the Slo-Gen Table could be nothing other than a table, it has a sweeping sculptural aesthetic that could easily make people question this function. There appears to be a grander purpose to the Slo-Gen Table than being used as a surface for people to gather around. Yet perhaps that is grand enough. As the new reception desk for the lobby of Studio Gensler in Los Angeles, California, it does act as a great first impression.
Designed by Cal Poly in joint effort with a team of architectural students (Ben Hait-Campbell, Cory Walker and Kegan Charles Flanderka), the Slo-Gen Table is made out of a mix of wood and HI-MACS. Curvaceous with a grid-like pattern, the Slo-Gen Table looks like a mathematical representation of some sort.
Why This Trend Is Growing
- Sculptural Furniture Design
- Idea of sweeping sculptural aesthetics can be used to design furniture for luxury hotels or premium offices
- Sustainable Material Combinations
- Experimentation with innovative material choices to create sustainable furniture options for eco-conscious consumers
- Architectural Collaboration
- Collaboration between architects and furniture designers to create unique and visually stunning pieces for public spaces like lobbies or co-working areas
Industries Being Reshaped
- Interior Design
- Creating bespoke, sculptural furniture pieces for luxury homes and commercial spaces
- Hospitality
- Using visually striking furniture designs to improve the guest experience at resorts, restaurants, and hotels
- Sustainability
- Partnering with furniture designers to create sustainable, eco-friendly pieces for individuals and businesses looking to reduce their environmental impact
