Using both oak-sanded plywood and matte black steel tubing, I set out to create a table and chair set that would function both as a sculptural art piece and a functional workspace.
The project combined oak sanded plywood and matt black steel tubing, using uniquely angular components that made the design both engaging and technically challenging. To complete the build, my team and I became certified in both metalworking and woodworking. We modeled the set in Rhino and used a CNC machine to precisely cut the wooden inlays. I also used Grasshopper to write a simple script that generated the exact angles needed for each piece of wood and each metal component, along with a streamlined cut list to guide the fabrication process efficiently.
When the chairs are tucked in, the piece resembles an abstract cracked stone, giving it its name: The Cracked Stone Table Set. When the chairs are pulled out, it transforms into a fully functional workspace.
