Inspired by an exploration of positive and negative space, Sami Kallio’s In Between Centre Base Table for &Tradition converges traditional wood craftsmanship techniques with innovative compression moulding and bespoke veneer techniques. The table’s black powder-coated cylindrical base holds a circular top, available in wood veneer, linoleum or Fenix. The result is a versatile and modern table that provides more space for people to gather around it.
Dimensions
Ø: 120cm / 47.2in, H: 73cm / 28.7in
Sami Kallio was born in Finland and raised in Sweden, where he honed his skills in traditional woodworking craftsmanship, such as compression moulding and woodturning. An award-winning designer with a studio based in in Gothenburg, Kallio designs furniture and interiors translating classical shapes into contemporary expressions with an industrial aesthetic which resonate with a modern-minded audience.
Man and machine both play a role in many of Kallio’s creations. Merging modern methods of industrial manufacturing with handcrafted techniques. The result is a refreshing balance between the past and the present.
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