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Side Table

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Leaf Side Table

Leaf

Leaf Side Table combines a support surface with integrated ambient lighting. The composition is organized around a hemispherical wooden base from which a slender metal stem rises to support a tray like top intended for everyday objects. Above the surface a metal leaf element shelters a touch activated light source that produces a diffused glow. The configuration references botanical structures where a stem supports a leaf that filters light. Through the integration of wood, metal and lighting, the design functions both as a side table and a light source within interior spaces.

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Uni Side Table

Uni

The Uni integrates inside and outside surfaces to create unconventional forms. Inspired by origami and negative space, Xubai Li designed it by forming a flat aluminum sheet into a three dimensional volume. Scaled from one sixteenth models to full size prototypes, it achieves stability through fold based geometry. Intended for urban environments, the Uni functions as both a table and a freestanding object, providing unobstructed negative space and mobility for modern studio living while maintaining an unobtrusive appearance.

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Mushroom Side Table

Mushroom

The Mushroom project is an eco-friendly initiative that repurposes wood scraps from furniture manufacturing into a uniquely designed small side table. Instead of discarding the scraps, they are carefully shaped into wide panels and arranged to form a three dimensional end grain pattern. The tabletop showcases an eye catching cross sectional design using three different types of wood, while the smoothly curved legs resemble a mushroom stem. With a height of 380mm, Mushroom functions as a coffee table or bedside table, giving new value to discarded wood while minimizing waste.

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Tai Side Table

Tai

Tai is a side table made from retired substation metal sheets. The design extends the service life of discarded materials and reduces waste. Production requires only laser cutting and bending, so costly molds are not needed. The flat-packed parts are assembled by the user, which shortens production time. The exterior lines recall the image of hands folded in prayer, and the lower structure is inspired by the butterfly seat. A central opening holds an open book. The table measures 450 by 350 by 550 millimeters.

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Nikao Side Table

Nikao

Nikao Side Table is an elegant piece of furniture based on an evolutionary concept of circular and cylindrical geometries. These are transformed in order to adapt to a certain environment and a certain function. In this way, both utility and structure are solved maintaining the original geometrical essence of the piece, and becoming a more organic and more complex object. Nikao side table interacts with the observer in a natural way. Its magnetic shape, together with the warmth of the material, makes the user to come closer, touch it and sit next to it.

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Spiral Blonde Side Table

Spiral Blonde

Inspired by fractal art and mathematics, the Spiral Blonde side table is equally a work of art and also a functional piece of furniture. Its distinctive geometric form and intricate patterned surface of shimmering rye straw combine to achieve a striking aesthetic which attracts the eye in any setting, subtly transforming over the course of the day as the quality of light changes. Production of the table has combined the traditional art of straw marquetry with modern 3D printing and all materials used in its assembly are fully biodegradable and come from renewable resources.

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Sertao Side Table

Sertao

Sertao is a side table inspired by the painting Abaporu, created in 1928 by Tarsila do Amaral, a symbol of modernism in Brazil. The rounded form follows fluid and organic lines that reinterpret the movement and the playful spirit of the painting. Soft and vivid tones complete the composition. The table has an MDF structure with lacquer paint and an American oak finish. It measures 45 cm in width, 30 cm in depth and 50 cm in height. Each piece is handcrafted by local artisans in Cruzilia, Minas Gerais, Brazil.

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Fan  Side Table

Fan

The Fan table is a stunning example of how natural materials can be transformed into unique and functional pieces of furniture. The collection includes a coffee table, dining table, and side table, all designed with a graphic and timeless language that exudes elegance and sophistication. What sets the Fan Collection apart is the designer's ability to add emotional elements to her pieces, creating a sense of connection between the furniture and the people who use them. The marble plates, combined with a ball made from the same material, come together to form a sculptural object.

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U Side Table

U

U is a side table supported by two U-shaped metal structures. The crossing base forms several triangular areas that provide stability and a clear visual rhythm. The two U-shaped tubes are joined by screws placed in hidden positions for a neat appearance. The tabletop is made of natural cherry wood, and the metal frame is offered in different colors. The side table measures 440 by 440 by 480 millimeters. The compact and lightweight form is easy to move and suits small spaces, holding cups, books and decorations.

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Aluminum Side Table

Aluminum

Aluminum is a bedside table designed to make storage simple and easy to reach. The table is fitted with a drawer and a recessed niche, so items can be put away and found even in the dark. An integrated light source in the top compartment is operated by touching the table top, and its inset position lights the surrounding space. The body is cut from aluminum with a water jet and bent on a press brake. The surface is sandblasted and anodized, and the sliders are 3D printed. The table measures 340 by 360 by 500 mm.

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YJ Side Table

YJ

The work adopts organic curve design, giving the wood a new 3D surface shape to improve its aesthetic feeling. Dynamic and static balance, aesthetic elements and functions are harmoniously integrated. Visual flow adds a sense of emptiness to the modern home space and conveys a unique and energetic feeling to users. Because of its unique aesthetics, this coffee table can be used as a sculpture or decoration as well as a side table.

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Glimpse Side Table

Glimpse

Glimpse is a side table designed for use beside seating units. The form of Glimpse is a reflection of an organic shape divided into small sections, joining an organic outline with a minimalist design. The table is made of wood and tempered glass. The wooden parts are produced with a CNC router, and silicone dots are attached to the wooden parts to stop the tempered glass from slipping. The glass has a concave slope that allows easy access from a sitting position on a sofa. The glass can be flipped, so the table can be placed on either side of the seating.

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