Reimagine the standard

This series of side tables originated from a research project I conducted during my master’s degree. During my daily bike rides, I began to notice the large amount of furniture being discarded every week. Most of these were made entirely of chipboard—a material composed of a wood-chip core laminated with a plastic layer. Because these two materials are glued together, they cannot be separated and, as a result, cannot be recycled. Consequently, the material ends up being incinerated.

This design explores how materials can be connected without the use of glue. Its substructure is made of steel, while the tabletop features a layer of linoleum held in place by several clamps. Linoleum is a durable, CO2-neutral material that is also very hard-wearing. After use, the materials can be separated or, if desired, adjusted to personal preference. Either way, the components can be disassembled, making them recyclable.

With a big thanks to Forbo Linoleum

tabletop Ø37cm / height: 40 cm
material: steel, linoleum