Slit Table

Overview

The Slit Table is a geometric side table from HAY inspired by paper origami techniques. Its slim frame appears folded beneath the tabletop, creating a simple yet sculptural form that HAY calls reminiscent of traditional Japanese paper art.

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Construction

HAY's sheet for the steel tables describes a folded steel sheet base with a steel sheet tabletop, welded together. The steel versions are powder coated steel, mirror polished stainless steel or brass plated stainless steel. The Slit Table Wood versions are lacquered oak or lacquered walnut.

Specifications

• Round: Ø45 x H35.5 cm, 7.4 kg
• Round XL: Ø65 x H35.5 cm, 11.7 kg
• Round High: Ø35 x H47 cm, 6.65 kg
• Oblong: also offered, in steel and in wood
• Variants: 28 listed on hay.com, 13 in steel and 15 in wood

An origami reference

HAY says the Slit Table is inspired by paper origami techniques. The table is available in a selection of different shapes and sizes and in a variety of colours and finishes. HAY describes it as compact and versatile, for single use or for clusters in private or public settings.

Credit and the wood extension

HAY's product sheet for the steel Slit Table reads 'Design by HAY, 2014', so no individual designer is named. HAY presents the Slit Table Wood as an extension to the Slit Table collection: a wooden table inspired by the same paper origami techniques, available in a variety of sizes, shapes, wood types and colours.