Vadr Kofjetafel by Jaimie Ota is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2020 A' Design Award yn Izer in Meubelûntwerp Competition Category.
IzerMeubels· 2020
Vadr Kofjetafel
by Jaimie Ota
Client: Jaimie Ota
A' Design Award yn Izer Winner in Meubels Category
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About Vadr Kofjetafel
Vadr is in ienfâldige en alsidich kofjetafel dy't karakter tafoeget oan syn omjouwing. It is in ferklearring stik dat goed wurket yn lytse gebieten. De meast opfallende funksje is de line balken oer de foarkant fan 'e tafel dy't waarden beynfloede troch pianosleutels. Dit kin brûkt wurde as in boekenplank as in subtile, ferburgen opslachromte. It brûkt sterke lineêre hoeken om in ynteresse te meitsjen foar de werjouwer. De poaten en tafelblad binne unyk en individualistysk. De poaten binne spesifyk gepositioneerd om soargje foar stabiliteit. It hat ek in sydprofyl dat foarút tinken opropt.
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award yn Izer
Vadr Kofjetafel is in winner fan de A' Design Award yn Izer, in prestisjeuze erkenning foar goede ûntwerpen dy't foldogge oan de profesjonele en yndustriële easken dy't ferwachte wurde fan goed ûntwurpen skeppings. Izerwinners litte grutte feardigens, hege spesjalisaasje, deskundich begryp en kreatyf fermogen fan har makkers sjen. Fan Vadr Kofjetafel wurdt ferwachte dat it in tige heech achte, bewûndere en dierbere skepping is dy't praktysk en ynnovatyf is. Dit winnende ûntwerp fan de A' Design Award yn Izer yntegrearret de bêste praktiken fan de sektor en hat feardige technyske skaaimerken ferbûn mei kennis en talint. Vadr Kofjetafel wurdt respektearre foar syn yngeandens en is ûntwurpen om ferbetteringen fan de kwaliteit fan it libben te leverjen dy't helpe de wrâld ta in bettere plak te meitsjen.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- Vadr is a simple and modern styled table that is appealing from every viewing angle. The most significant feature is the line of bars across the front of the table. This can be used as a bookshelf or a subtle, concealable storage space. The legs and tabletop make it unique and individualistic. The legs are specifically positioned to provide ensured stability.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Weight: 1214 mm x Depth: 610 mm x Height: 457 mm
- Tags
- Vadr, Coffee Table, Table, Wooden Table, Plywood, Unique Table
- Production Technology
- The concept was created initially with a sketch. It was then made into a sketch model to view its proportions and test its stability. The model gave promising information to implement the idea into a full size table. I used a CAD program to lay out the changed measurements to make the full-scale. The coffee table is made of plywood and held together with wooden dowel and wood glue. The table was then stained and treated.
- Design Challenge
- The most challenging part of the design activity was piecing it together in a way where there was minimal to no visual connection. Cutting the pieces was simple, but I had to make sure the pieces were not bode or else structurally it may be compromised. The table is made up of many pieces, but the joinery is hidden. Another issue was making sure the legs provided the necessary stability. I tested the the legs to make sure the placement was effective despite its arrangement and minimal number.
- Research
- When designing the product, I had to be mindful of the materials and how it's worked with. I looked at how wood, especially plywood, could be treated. The stains available were limited to a particular color range. Wood can also be painted too. The material is sturdy because it is created with layers. Making sure the pieces connected securely was an advantage with this type of wood supply.
- Inspiration
- Vadr was inspired by Mid-Century Modern design. I wanted to create a table that would be good for small spaces. The design objective was to use plywood. It was influenced by the profile of a piano. It uses strong linear angles to create an interest to the viewer. The line of bars across the table are meant to resemble piano keys. It also has a side profile that invokes forward thinking.
- Project Duration
- The concept was designed and completed in Los Angeles, CA.
- Operation Flow
- Vadr is a functional table that adds character to its environment. It has unique features, angles and structure that are defining and purposeful. It is a statement piece that works well in small areas. The storage unit underneath the tabletop is open on both sides to provide easy access. There is a line of bars laid out diagonally to provide light coverage to what is stored under it. The bars can also hold coffee table books or magazines. In front of the bars is a little shelf for extra table top usage.
- Image Credits
- Image #1 Jaimie Ota
Image #2 Jaimie Ota
Image #3 Jaimie Ota
Image #4 Jaimie Ota
Image #5 Jaimie Ota
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