Big round tables are sure handy to have but storage is a problem. Nils Frederking's award-winning folding table and chairs show his technical skills at coming up with deceptively simple folding mechanisms.
At a press of a button, the folding table unlocks and unfolds in a one easy motion as shown in the video. In its folded state, it is so slim, its depth is only 8 cm!
You can fold the chairs in just two steps. As it is curved, the chairs are freestanding. Their compact design means that 22 of them will occupy only 1 square metre.
The table and chairs are made from high grade steel and laminated wood. Frederking's designs are patented and are manufactured by Ligne Roset.
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F1 Folding Chairs and F2 Table by Nils Frederking
Trend Themes
1. Compact Furniture - The trend of compact furniture offers opportunities for innovative designs that maximize space and provide convenience for storage.
2. Folding Mechanisms - The advancement in folding mechanisms presents opportunities for inventing new and efficient ways to fold furniture and improve functionality.
3. Minimalist Design - The trend of minimalist design in furniture opens up possibilities for developing sleek and simple folding furniture that blends seamlessly into various interior styles.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Manufacturing - The furniture manufacturing industry can explore creating innovative folding furniture designs to cater to the growing demand for space-saving solutions.
2. Interior Design - The interior design industry can leverage compact furniture trends to create stylish and functional spaces with limited square footage.
3. Material Science - The material science industry can contribute to disruptive innovation by developing lightweight yet durable materials specifically tailored for folding furniture.