Manifold 2

Manifold 2 is the result of a mathematical game to create a coffee table from a single square sheet of material.  Only cutting and bending are allowed, no additional materials or components.  As its designer (and mathematician) Anthony Leyland points out, while these constraints are challenging, limitless solutions are possible. And it is the solutions that are illustrated here.

Coffee tables are the first item Leyland has tackled, and many more possible designs are shown on his website.   These tables are made from one meter square sheets of steel with painted finishes. While steel was chosen for reasons of sustainability, it also makes these tables practically indestructible.

If you’re interested in getting one of these go to Leyland’s website and contact him. I believe they are currently only being made to order for now, though I hope to see them more widely available soon.  The endless ways of making a simple square into captivating tables is truly fascinating to me.  Happy weekend all. See you back here on Monday!