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4D Table
Inspired by Albert Einstein’s theory on time as a 4th dimension, this table’s steel-mesh glass top represents the space-time continuum and the supports represent four vectors. Even if you’re not big on theories of relativity, there’s no denying that this design’s craftsmanship and cable-work are outstanding!
Designer: Axel Yberg
23 Comments »
Srdjan says
Shut up and take my €
AKH says
I love this!
emmo709 says
Space, time blah blah – no
Good design using tensegrity – yes
Jimmy C says
It kinda looks messy from the bottom, but this was really well crafted.
APH says
This table is fucking ugly, the concept is fucking stupid, and the circle-jerk that in the comments makes me want to find each and every one of you and personally deliver you a good bludgeoning.
Milos says
This is one of the rare times I am amazed by an idea. It is more an artwork than a product at the moment, but if there was less hardware store parts and more custom designed parts, it would be an amazing product.
Axel Yberg says
Thank you so much, Milo! The 4th Dimension is a one-off and, like all of my other pieces (please visit http://www.akkefunctionalart.com), I’m exploring different materials and techniques. I am, however, developing a small-lot line (www.akke780.com) that will have a broader appeal.
Axel Yberg says
Ha! I’m glad I elicited such a strong response from you. My intention is to inspire and/or provoke. Mission accomplished!
Axel Yberg says
The provoke comment was directed towards APH.
Axel Yberg says
Srdjan, write the check to Akke Functional Art. Seriously, if you’re interested visit my website and contact me directly. Thanks!
Thank you, AKH!
I apologize Milos for missing the s the first time. Thanks again!
sean says
very engaging design and wonderfully executed. only negative, is i would like the table top to extend outward beyond the “legs”. also, is there any movement or “give” when pressure or weight is applied to the top, downward?
Axel Yberg says
Hi Sean. Thank you so much for your compliments and I appreciate your critique. If you visit my website (www.akkefunctionalart.com), take a look at Bo Biddley (in the Commissions collection); the glass on that one does extend past the legs. Also, the geometry will change slightly depending on the downward pressure and the tension on the cables — or significantly, in the case of Pigeons Nest; when it’s picked up and there is no downward pressure, the legs can flop around. However, if a fourth cable is added from the top of each leg to the bottom of the next leg — opposite direction of the existing one — then, the table becomes locked in that position. See Ken Spot (Potential for Collapse).
srnejad says
Although the complexity seems a little useless, the creativity is enough to love this piece.
Axel Yberg says
Thanks, Srnejad! I probably do have to work on my editing, but I’m still in the early stages of this and am exploring different design elements.
Jimmy C says
@APH: What is wrong with you?
MARIO C says
This is more art than function, there is no right or wrong, not pretty or ugly in art!
Hunter says
Looks great! But it’s not 4D.
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