Box Kite Coffee Table
Dimensions Base is 16" x 16" x 31" L Top is 1" x 16" x 31" Weight 30 lbs. 1"x 1" steel tubing This coffee table is inspired by the original The box kite discovered by Lawrence Hargrave in 1893, while attempting to develop a manned flying machine. A simple assembly of air, metal and Wood. Here the similar results are achieved by combining blackened steel and American walnut planks.
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Raised in France and working in Brooklyn, Douglas Werner, owner and master fabricator at Oblik Studio Incorporated makes custom, ready-made freestanding furniture and accessories. These pieces are made from sustainably sourced or reclaimed metals, primarily steel, aluminum, stainless steel, bronze, brass and copper. He uses his own creativity in designing and fabricating luxury furnishings with clean, modern lines and a strong, old time, vintage feel.
“Growing up on the rustic coastline of Brittany, I was always fascinated with the corroding effects of time and the elements on metals. Beaches and coves are marked with the natural patina of steel, copper, bronze and aluminum wrecks left behind by maritime history,” says Douglas Werner. Oblik thrives to express the sensitive experience and beauty of exposed aging metal and the stories that it tells.
Oblik Studio combines functionality with modern and historical lines while using and combining different metals whenever possible. Working and dealing with the constraints of such tough and versatile materials can be a challenge, as well as an inspiration. My goal is to grow my business without sacrificing my strong belief in working locally and with unique highly detailed craftsmanship.
Each piece is unique, and variations may occur in color and texture due to the nature of the materials.
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Helen
For High boy table5.0Douglas is truly a professional. When he bid out the project he invited us to his studio to compare materials and see his other work. We are THRILLED with our tables!!!
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Adrian
For changing room5.0Working with Oblik Studio was excellent. We had great communication throughout the design and fabrication process. The final product came out better than we imagined!
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Rachel
For Distill Table5.0As a designer, I am thrilled to find Oblik Studio and Stephane Hubert Design and to entrust them as partners. They worked together to fabricate my design of the Distill Table for a client who is equally delighted. Doug (Oblik Studio) and Stephane (Stephane Hubert Design), as excellent communicators, made the process easy. At the same time, they fully respect the process and all the careful decisions that must be made along the way. Stephane and I spent time rummaging at the lumber yard in search of the perfect reclaimed wood for this table. The product that they created shows their care and attention. Their craftsmanship is impeccable. You just want to reach out and feel the table, and that is because the final materials and how they come together are just beautiful for the eyes and to touch.
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