Not the first piece of furniture I've made so far but one of the most satisfying
I've always wanted a table with a natural wood top, but after looking at what was available commercially, I realized that the legs were often just basic metal profiles. I wanted something better.
I decided to design my own table with metal legs that would complement a wooden or glass top. I discovered that if you have an elaborate table top, the legs should be kept simple and vice versa. This way, the focus is on one element rather than clashing elements.
I enlisted the help of a jury to pick the best design, and we ended up with a table with laser-cut top and bottom plates, and legs made from standard rectangular profiles. To keep the center of gravity low, I used an X-shaped top support plate and other tricks.
The finished product is a sturdy and safe table that leaves plenty of legroom. The wooden top creates a warm atmosphere, and the simple legs convey a feeling of robustness. The design has even caught on with a few followers.
