Coffee Table
A mid century modern coffee table inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright
Design Time - 3 weeks | Shop Time 2 weeks
The Boulter house designed by Frank Lloyd Wright- Cincinnati, OH
Design Goals
Design a mid-century modern coffee table that combines clean aesthetics with everyday function, with a focus on storage.
Learning Outcomes
This project strengthened my understanding of modern design and taught me to balance form and function while managing a project from idea to product.
Process
Design Research
Research sources: AND Academy | Boulter house tour
Furniture Trends
Tapered legs, clean spaces, and simple form
Simple but highly practical design
Ample usage of natural materials
Minimalism and clean lines
Goal
Learn qualities that make good furniture design
Highly functional
Develop my woodworking skills
Visually appealing from all angles
Inspiration Collections
Ideation
Templates
Domino Joints Exploded View
Design Changes
After
Before
* Slimming down the table makes for a more graceful form. Re-designing the stretcher allows for a floating effect while preventing the top from cupping. Adding a 4-degree angle to the legs creates a well-rounded design that considers all three axes.
