NEW LIMITS: | Marc DiDomenico

FLORENCE, ITALY –Geometric shapes come together to form a smooth design, carefully using space, to create Limits, “a compact table that pushes our perception of physical and philosophical boundaries,” states Singaporean designer, Kimberly Koh.

Created entirely from wooden flat triangles, the joints have been smoothed over, giving the illusion of weightlessness and a sleek composition. Tapered joints and contrasting wood tones maintain the contrast between the various triangular planes, which therefore appear independent from one another. The absence of any vertical edges distorts the sense of perspective, thus distorting the ‘spatial limits’ of the table.

The projecting, cantilevered design establishes a sense of imbalance, which suggests that the centre of gravity will shift when items are placed on top of it. The symmetrical design is however matched by its symmetry of balance, as the weight of the items placed on the surface balances out with the lower segments of the table; the compartments of varying sizes.

The middle compartment is removable, creating a more flexible design for users, who can mould the table to suit their creative and practical needs.

Not only is the concept stylish and minimalist, but the assembly is equally as efficient. Cut from a single sheet of plywood, the limit of wood as a material is tested, when the table is assembled using minimal joints. The triangular table, finished in wood veneer and with meticulous attention to detail, creates an ‘in vogue functionality’ piece of furniture. Koh confirms, that “from concept, to function, to efficiency, Limits provides users with a dynamic way of living.”

The table is to be produced as a limited edition release by the Florentine Fabricator, Wood Arredamenti Fiorentini s.n.c. As a B.A. student at the Florence Institute of Design International (FIDI), Koh has worked in various fields of Furniture Design; from the development of the design concept, through all the stages leading to the final manufacturing process. The Bachelor of Design degree is now in its third year at the Institute in Florence, marking three years of collaboration with the University of Chester, England.

About Florence Institute of Design International

Florence Institute of Design International is an international school of arts and design in Florence, Italy. It offers Bachelor and Master courses in Interior Design, Graphic Design and Furniture Design. For more information visit www.florence-institute.com

About Kimberly Koh

The young designer Kimberly Koh studied at the Catholic Junior College in Singapore before beginning her studies of Interior Design at the Florence Institute.

About Arch. Alex Amador

Arch. Alex Amador teaches Interior and Furniture Design courses at FIDI. Amador received his Bachelor of Architecture from the Universidad Catolica Redemptoris in Nicaragua and his Master of Interior Design from FIDI. Amador’s practice has been described as one that “pays specific attention to the research and use of materials applied in the design world as well as new approaches and experimentation.”

Contact:

Marc DiDomenico

Director

Florence Institute of Design International

Florence, Italy

+39 055 230 2481

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