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April 26, 2026
The 'Palette' Coffee Table
Design is a profession for the privileged – they dream, and their dreams come true. This is how the designer of this coffee table thinks as he talks about himself and his work. Every designer, regardless of the complicated definition of 'design', considers themselves an artist because they shape – in their head, on paper, in reality, they play with wood, metal, glass, fabrics, plastic... From materials, they realize objects, and the fact that these are also functional at the same time does not diminish the very essence of the creative act.
TL;DR
- Design is seen as a creative process where artists shape materials into functional objects.
- The coffee table's design is inspired by an artist's paint palette.
- It can be easily constructed, with potential for recycling.
- The table aims to inject creativity and amusement into everyday life and interior design.
- It can serve as a focal point for discussion and entertainment.
- The designer is Spanish, born in Madrid in 1974, with studies in industrial design and decorative arts.
- He worked for Benetton Group, founded his own design studio in 2004, and has exhibited internationally.
- He has received numerous design awards and was recognized at London Fashion Week in 2006.
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