Photographs by David Fay and Paige Russell
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David Hartmann and I started considering the design for this table when I found this exceptionally thick and beautiful lumber. These rare mahogany planks were up to 24 inches wide and 3 inches thick and we wanted to emphasize their size and natural figure for David's table design. The table top and sides are tapered from their thickest point of almost 3 inches, emphasizing the original volume of the lumber, while allowing the taper to lighten the overall design appearance. The sides have a slight gap between them to create a shadow line and provide visual interest in the base. I have designed and built many pieces with David over the years. The recurring themes are monochrome woods and a simple overall design aesthetic with interesting construction details. This table and its coordinated TV stand are no exceptions.
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