Rims And Spokes Coffee Table

Rims and Spokes Coffee Table is an innovative furniture design that exemplifies creative upcycling and sustainable design principles through its ingenious use of bicycle components. Created by Indian designer Rashad Habib, this distinctive piece transforms bicycle wheels into a functional coffee table, featuring a sophisticated combination of rims and spokes topped with a chamfered glass pane. The table's structure comprises carefully welded bicycle wheels, with two circular wheels joined at the center and additional half and quarter rims providing structural support. The design incorporates brass-capped spokes that prevent rust formation while contributing to the overall structural integrity. Measuring 1340 mm x 700 mm x 460 mm, the table's height is specifically calibrated for floor seating arrangements, while its circular pattern ensures accessibility from all angles. The innovative mounting system utilizes L-shaped steel pieces welded at four corners of each wheel, fitted with plastic suction cups to secure the detachable glass top, solving the technical challenge of stabilizing the surface while maintaining visual lightness. This design, which earned the Bronze A' Design Award in the Fine Arts and Art Installation Design category, represents a harmonious blend of industrial aesthetics and functional furniture design, demonstrating how repurposed materials can be transformed into sophisticated interior pieces that combine structural integrity with visual appeal.

Author: Adam Dawson

Keywords: sustainable furniture, upcycled design, bicycle wheel table, industrial furniture, contemporary coffee table, glass top furniture

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https://competition.adesignaward.com/135328

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