Hus Coffee Table

Hus Coffee table is an innovative multifunctional furniture piece that seamlessly combines a coffee table with an educational children's play space, designed by Polish designer Olga Szymanska. This sophisticated piece of furniture, which earned the prestigious Golden A' Design Award in the Furniture Design category in 2017, represents a thoughtful intersection of modernist architectural principles and pedagogical design. Crafted from high-quality natural materials including solid oak wood, MDF, concrete, and clear PVC panels, the table measures 760mm in width, 400mm in depth, and 370mm in height. Its distinctive design features two independent modules with a removable tabletop, incorporating guide rails for safety and allowing for various configurations. The table's architectural elements, including miniature walls, stairs, and 30 pieces of carefully crafted furniture, enable children to explore spatial planning and material properties while learning fundamental architectural concepts. The design emphasizes open-space planning, drawing inspiration from modernist architecture, and deliberately avoids the limitations of traditional dollhouses to foster unrestricted creativity. The table's construction prioritizes child safety through the use of non-toxic finishes and natural flaxseed oil, while its locally sourced materials and hand-manufactured components demonstrate a commitment to sustainable and quality craftsmanship. When not used as a play space, the modular design transforms into a functional coffee table, with the additional benefit of storage space, making it a versatile piece that bridges generational gaps and promotes quality family interaction through creative play and learning.

Author: Adam Dawson

Keywords: furniture design, modernist architecture, educational toy, multifunctional table, sustainable materials, children's furniture

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https://competition.adesignaward.com/54764

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