From creation of working drawings to execution to installation, this remarkable Arcus Design Group conception features creatively shaped tabletop sections fit together like an intricate puzzle to form the shape of a company's logo.
The table sections feature quartered walnut veneer with square solid maple edges. The maple edges create contrast and highlight the various tabletop sections' unique shapes that make up the company's logos. The walnut veneer is run in various directions to create refraction and dimension. Maple inlay is also used to continue the logo design through some table sections.
A hexagon shape quartered maple veneer rises out of the table's center. And some table sections are removable to create various seating options.
The complex base is faceted and lacquered. Removable table sections feature metal legs.
"This table was quite a puzzle - literally," said WallGoldfinger design engineer Chris Howe. "It was a balancing act in design, beyond the shape alone. Between the length and widths of the veneer, grain directions, substrate limitations, making sure we could process the parts through our equipment, and still making it functional for the user were very challenging. When you tossed in the reconfiguring aspects of the table and all that inlay, there were many frustrating days.Thankfully, there was no power or technology required.
"Eventually, all the puzzle pieces fit together. Then, our CNC and woodworking teams did a phenomenal job of making sure all those pieces fit tightly and looked great. It's definitely one of the most unique and beautiful tables we've done to date."
"The best outcomes often come with the most challenges. We feel honored that the team at Arcus entrusted their great design to us," added WallGoldfinger CEO John Wall.
Beyond WallGoldfinger's work, the designer went far further, meshing ceiling design, lighting and carpeting with the intricate design for an incredible overall look. WallGoldfinger's staff is hoping to get better onsite pictures from this remarkable client and design team and be able to share those with you in the months ahead. In the meantime, shown here are concept illustrations - created to help bring the architect's plans alive - and some work in process images. Those images are also compiled into a
video.
