This tubular steel table may be a small piece, but it offers more than the ability to hold a cup of tea and some light evening reading. Studio Maré designer Andre Leal looked to the early plans of the city of Brasilia as inspiration for this dynamic object, taking from the branching forms of the residential superblocks and translating them into axes that serve an atypical function.
The cruciform structure of the Axes Side Table supports the rounded wooden surface designed to hold the items you might expect to set down, yet the crossing metal extends outwards with enough length to serve as pegs for hanging all sorts of items. This tubular steel table could support a purse in a front entryway, a sweater in the sitting room or jewelry in a bedroom. It is a space-saving table that invites multifunction.
What's Driving This Trend
- Multifunctional Furniture
- A trend in creating furniture that offers more than one function, such as combining a table and storage or seating.
- Modular Furniture
- A trend in designing furniture that can be easily reconfigured and adapted to various spaces and needs.
- Sustainable Furniture
- A trend in creating furniture that uses environmentally friendly materials, such as bamboo, recycled plastic, and reclaimed wood.
Who This Affects Most
- Furniture Design
- Innovative designs that combine style, function, and sustainability can disrupt the industry and attract eco-conscious consumers.
- Home Decor
- Furniture and decor items that serve multiple purposes can appeal to consumers who want to maximize space and reduce clutter in their homes.
- Interior Design
- Designers who incorporate multifunctional and modular furniture pieces can create flexible and adaptable spaces that meet the changing needs of their clients.
