Araq

Overview

ARAQ is a solid-wood bar cabinet designed by Philipp Mainzer in 2011. Its closed cubic form opens through two hatches; one hatch becomes a work surface.

Construction

The interior inlay is offered in polished stainless steel or polished brass. It includes a sliding, removable tray, and the full inlay can be removed for cleaning. ARAQ is delivered as one piece and is intended to complement the SHAHNAZ sideboard and MAHNAZ chest of drawers.

Specifications

• Selected dimensions: 450 × 450 × 450 mm
• Second length: 900 mm, with the same 450 mm depth and height
• Timbers: European oak and European walnut
• Custom option: special wood selection

A cabinet that changes when opened

Philipp Mainzer designed ARAQ in 2011 as a bar cabinet whose closed volume conceals its fitted interior. e15 describes two folding hatches, with one serving as a work surface after the cabinet is opened.

Part of a storage composition

The polished inlay holds a sliding tray and can be lifted out for cleaning. e15 also identifies ARAQ as a complement to the SHAHNAZ sideboard and MAHNAZ chest of drawers, allowing the compact cabinet to join a larger storage arrangement.