Vadr Sofabord by Jaimie Ota is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2020 A' Design Award i Jern in Møbeldesign Competition Category.
JernMøbler· 2020
Vadr Sofabord
by Jaimie Ota
Client: Jaimie Ota
A' Design Award i Jern Winner in Møbler Category
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The Design
About Vadr Sofabord
Vadr er et enkelt og sofistikert sofabord som tilfører karakter til omgivelsene. Det er et signaturmøbel som fungerer godt i små rom. Det mest markante trekket er rekken av staver på forsiden av bordet som er inspirert av pianotangenter. Dette kan brukes som bokhylle eller som et diskret, skjulbart oppbevaringsrom. Det benytter sterke lineære vinkler for å skape interesse hos betrakteren. Bena og bordplaten er unike og individualistiske. Bena er spesifikt posisjonert for å sikre stabilitet. Det har også en sideprofil som fremkaller tanker om fremtidsrettet tenkning.
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award i Jern
Vadr Sofabord er vinner av A' Design Award i Jern, en prestisjefylt anerkjennelse som tildeles gode design som oppfyller de profesjonelle og industrielle kravene man forventer av veldesignede skaperverk. Jernvinnere viser stor dyktighet, høy spesialisering, ekspertforståelse og kreativ kapasitet hos skaperne. Vadr Sofabord forventes å være et høyt ansett, beundret og verdsatt skaperverk som er praktisk og nyskapende. Dette designet, som har vunnet A' Design Award i Jern, integrerer bransjens beste praksis og har kompetente tekniske egenskaper knyttet til kunnskap og talent. Vadr Sofabord respekteres for sin grundighet og er utformet for å gi forbedringer i livskvalitet som bidrar til å gjøre verden til et bedre sted.
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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