Focal Tafel by Yilmaz Dogan is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award yn Brûns in Meubelûntwerp Competition Category.
BrûnsMeubels· 2025
Focal Tafel
by Yilmaz Dogan
Client: QZENS Furniture
A' Design Award yn Brûns Winner in Meubels Category
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About Focal Tafel
Focal is in eettefel dy't ferfine estetyk balansearret mei strukturele ynnovaasje. Ynspirearre troch Barokke en Rococo-argitektuer, ferieniget it sierlike details mei moderne minimalisme. Syn subtile mar duorsume hâlding wurdt berikt troch in ferburgen stielframe, wylst nei bûten útwreide poaten de sitromte maksimalisearje sûnder de stabiliteit yn gefaar te bringen. Makke fan natuerlik hout mei presys snien oerflakken en messing-aksenten, fertsjintwurdiget Focal tiidleaze ferfining. It yntegrearjen fan strukturele stipe binnen syn minimale foarm wie in wichtige ûntwerpútdaging, oplost troch sekuer ambachtswurk.
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award yn Brûns
Focal Tafel is in winner fan de A' Design Award yn Brûns, in heech prestisjeuze erkenning foar treflike ûntwerpen dy't har ûnderskiede troch kreativiteit, fernuft en tûkens. Brûnswinners binne tige feardige en opfallend kreative artefakten dy't de grutte ûnderfining, ferbylding en betochtsumens fan har ûntwerpers befêstigje. Fan Focal Tafel wurdt ferwachte dat it in tige heech achte, bewûndere en dierber objekt is dat opmerklik profesjoneel en ynnovatyf is. Dit winnende ûntwerp fan de A' Design Award yn Brûns yntegrearret de bêste praktiken yn keunst, wittenskip, ûntwerp en technology en is treflik om syn omtinken foar detail. Focal Tafel foldocht behoeften prachtich, reitsjet winsken, betsjoeveret gefoelens en sprekt nijsgjirrigens oan.
Behind the Design
Press Kit
Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- Focal is a dining table that stands out with the positioning of remarkable delicate legs that maximize the seating area.
Beneath its minimal and serene appearance lies precise craftsmanship. Thanks to its concealed steel frame structure, it maintains a delicate stance while ensuring durability. Brass-detailed leg ends and meticulously assembled surface panels enhance Focal’s sophisticated aesthetic. - Dimensions & Packaging
- Width: 223 cm, Depth: 98 cm, Height: 74 cm. The steel frame structure provides a lightweight yet durable build. The elegantly tapered legs adorned with brass details create a minimal yet striking presence in the space.
- Tags
- Focal, Table, Baroque, Rococo, Luxury, Timeless, Aesthetic, Wood, Brass, Handcraft
- Production Technology
- Focal consists of a wooden tabletop reinforced with a special steel frame. Carefully selected natural wood is used for the surface, while brass details are intricately integrated. Precision-cut surfaces obtained through CNC technology and handcrafted leg joints enhance the timeless elegance of the design.
- Design Challenge
- The biggest design challenge for Focal was creating a structure that appears light and refined yet ensures high durability. Concealing the steel frame and processing the brass details in a way that balances aesthetics and functionality were the most critical stages of this process.
- Research
- Focal’s design process began with in-depth research into the decorative details of the Baroque and Rococo periods. Studies on how traditional forms could be integrated with modern functionality led to the creation of a balance where grandeur transforms into minimalism.
- Inspiration
- Focal is inspired by the refined details of Baroque and Rococo architecture. The gilded columns, curved forms, and intricate surface craftsmanship of the most opulent palaces in history have shaped Focal’s design DNA. This era, where art, aesthetics, and functionality harmoniously merged, creates a delicate balance in every detail of the table. The fusion of traditional grandeur with modern minimalism makes it timeless.
- Project Duration
- The project began with the initial sketches during a trip to Paris in 2023. The production was completed in the same year, in Ankara. Focal was developed with the aim of combining the elegance of classical art with modern design lines.
- Operation Flow
- Focal maximizes seating space with its outward-extending leg positioning while maintaining stability. The brass-adorned leg ends create a striking sense of balance. Its refined surface finish, combined with delicate lines, offers both a visual and tactile experience, enhancing the table’s overall elegance.
- Image Credits
- A. Murat ARIK
Erinç ULUSOY
Giray AYDOS
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