Table Design

This project was conceived several months ago, starting with just a simple sketch on paper. The idea was to create a 4 piece coffee table in the shape of a perfect cube.  The 4 pieces would be divided by varying angles making each section completely unique to one another. It is meant to create tension for those viewing it, 4 twisted puzzle pieces creating a perfectly geometric shape. It was first transformed into a physical state through scale paper models. 

Once I had access to all the tools needed to create it, I adapted my sketches into full scale plans, and began cutting the sections to size. This was by far the most precise wood project I have ever attempted. Each section of the 4 piece cube is made up of 4 separately measured and cut parts.  If one piece was even a few millimetres out, the entire cube would not match up.

Once it was assembled, I decided on a two tone colour scheme.  A neutral grey on the outside, and black inside which was to create a complete void when the inside of the pieces were displayed.

The make shift spray booth.

The following are rough ideas for the final product shots, a single hanging light bulb lights the entire subject.

I was amazed at how adaptable this table ended up being. There is really no correct way to use it. And you can use all four pieces together, split it into two, or use the four pieces individually. I eventually see it being manufactured out of concrete with a solid wood top.