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Lovely Layers
Originally designed as a base for a salvaged piece of glass, the Lofting Table merges creative construction methods with classic style that has a subtle nautical feel. The name is derived from the traditional lofting technique used to plot curves in boat-building; an unusual method for the construction of a timber table. Using a combination of 3D CAD technology & the simple jointing method, the construction is based around laminating horizontal layers together to form a single complex 3D geometry.
A series of straight edged plywood chords combine to describe a complex shape formed by the extrusion between a straight line (at the table base) and a curved-edged top. The separate plywood pieces are laminated (via dowels) together by hand to form a continuous, composite surface, which extends the layered surface effect of the exposed plywood lamina. Once all pieces are combined, the shape gives the table an overall stability which allows for the thinness of the members.
3D CAD software was used to establish the form, which was then sliced into strips to suit the plywood thickness and exported as 2D information to drive a CNC router. The shape of the pieces means that they can be nested within sheets of plywood to minimise cutting wastage. The table is hand-finished and sealed with a natural wax to enhance the exposed plywood grain.
Designer: Matthew Jones
8 Comments »
Craig says
My first thought: “I’d like to own that.” It’s very unusual for furniture to immediately grab me. That said, that’s exactly what the lofting table does. It’s the kind of piece that one can design a room around.
Jimmy C says
Very nice.
Friedrich says
very interesting design
moroccan pouffe says
love this table design
Rob says
Cool! I like the thin gap that forms in the corners between the first few ply. Love to see further iteration to allow for that gap to show through the whole piece.
A nice combination of smooth, cold, glass and rough, warm plywood.
private pilot license says
really nice and clean design that will fit well with most contemporary or rustic interiors
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