Pinion Side Table
by Simone Affabris
Pinion is a collection of coffee and side tables inspired by a round gear.
The starting point for this project comes from observing mechanical gears in different artefacts.
“I have always been fascinated by mechanical constructions and joinery in general. The pinion gear allows several movements in mechanics, and this very interconnection between different gears has inspired me to create this collection of tables,” — says designer Simone Affabris.
Pinion tables are available in three sizes and heights. Each table is made from oiled oak wood and features a round brass plate right at the centre of the tabletop. This subtle detail not only adds a sophisticated touch but extends the concept of mechanics to the materials and final appearance of the table. Lightweight Pinion tables can be arranged individually or in a composition of your choice. The tables are convenient when decorating living rooms, welcoming guests in the lounge area or may serve as elegant bedside tables. What is more, the clever construction allows flat packing Pinion tables for easy transportation or compact storage when not in use.
Inspiration
Simone Affabris
Simone Affabris is a furniture and product designer from Italy, currently based in Sweden. Graduated from IUAV University of Venice first, he later completed his master's at HDK University in Gothenburg, Sweden. The fortune to be born in Venice, a city rich in traditions and beauty has allowed him to develop a keen sense of aesthetics, which from time to time he applies in his creations. Deeply interested in wood joinery and in woodworking in general. He believes that everything can be an inspiration for designing a new product. His works are an attempt to combine his Italian design roots with the cleanness and functionality that Swedish design is worldwide famous for. The goal is a fusion of two design identities, yet focusing on smart packaging, wood joints, and small details that can make a product unique and appealing.
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