Fan Table

Fan Table is an innovative furniture design that masterfully blends traditional Chinese cultural elements with contemporary aesthetics. This sophisticated piece features a distinctive semicircular metal centerpiece reminiscent of a traditional Chinese folding fan, symbolizing the cultural values of kindness and adaptability. The table's construction demonstrates exceptional craftsmanship through its harmonious combination of bronze, marble, and artistic bark, creating a balanced composition measuring 1120mm in width and depth, with a height of 700mm. The design's structural integrity is achieved through a triangular framework that ingeniously supports the stone and wood tabletops, while the meticulous splicing of metal and marble components required precise engineering and multiple refinement iterations to achieve seamless integration. The central half-moon feature serves both aesthetic and functional purposes, offering space for floral arrangements and decorative elements. This culturally significant piece, which earned recognition with an Iron A' Design Award in the Furniture Design category in 2022, represents a thoughtful reimagining of traditional fan culture in contemporary furniture design. The design process involved extensive research at specialized museums, resulting in a piece that not only serves as functional furniture but also as a cultural statement that preserves and celebrates the 3000-year heritage of Chinese fan craftsmanship while addressing modern interior design needs.

Author: Adam Dawson

Keywords: furniture design, cultural fusion, Chinese traditional elements, contemporary aesthetics, innovative materials, functional art

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https://competition.adesignaward.com/135513

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