A captivating table inspired by the Japanese mono-ha movement and the mesmerizing patterns found in the dry cracked soil of Africa, Monoja is meticulously crafted by the juxtaposition of resin, Walnut wood, and sturdy steel legs, together in the same space.
This piece embodies the essence of organic minimalism.
The tabletop of Monoja seamlessly captures the raw beauty of arid landscapes, resembling the intricate network of cracks that form on parched earth. The resin and wood composition showcases a delicate balance between strength and fragility, mirroring the natural processes of desiccation. Its surface evokes a sense of uncertain depth and texture, inviting tactile exploration while captivating the eye with its mesmerizing pattern.
Dimensions: 47” x 60”H x 27”
Materials: Walnut wood, resin, polished steel
Juxtaposition of the raw essence of Walnut wood with the processed resin along the sheer steel
Finished table top with Osmo 3043 hardwax
Rounded edges to enhance the mystical glow of the Juxtaposition of resin & Walnut wood together
Translucent glow effect created by resin makes wood appear as magically levitating, with unknown mysterious depth of the Walnut wood
Brush finished steel legs to convey the Earthy & raw features of the table top
Rounded corner detail
Persona scenario
To complement the artistic elements, Monoja stands on sleek steel legs that provide stability and a contemporary edge. The metal legs, subtly integrated into the design, elevate the table while maintaining harmony with its natural inspiration. Their minimalist form emphasizes the table's aesthetic focal point—the crack-like patterns—allowing the intricate details to take center stage.
Process
Inspiration depiction of dry cracked soil from Chad
Mono-ha studies
More researcb
SolidWorks prototyping
Visual demonstration & planning
Quick Keyshot render of the demonstration
Illustrator visual of planned cut Walnut pieces
Final poster for Monoja project
Walnut Wood board
Table Saw machine for cutting wood into 8 different pieces
8 perfectly measured Walnut wood pieces
Sanding each Walnut piece
Drawing & cutting every piece into desired form
All 8 cut pieces
Sanding every piece again
100 Grit all the way up to 320
Smooth surface
Breaking down every piece into 4 different pieces
Creating a pattern and drawing on wood pieces
Drawn lines ready to cut
Cut every piece using a band saw
All 4 cut pieces
Melanine board and Tyvek tape to create a mold for the wood and resin to go in
Using a chop saw to cut mold pieces
Drilling pieces of mold together
Caulking the inside seams and edges of the mold to prevent leaking of liquid resin
Placing all wood pieces on the mold
Organizing wood pieces to create negative space gaps, mimicking the pattern of dry cracked soil
Industrial grade double sided tape to prevent wood pieces from floating when resin is poured
Organized pieces
Using rocks to hold the wood pieces down when resin is poured
1.5in of resin poured, filling half of the mold
Letting the resin cure for 48 hours, burning off bubbles with a torch
Cured resin
Mold taken out
Table top made
Full see-through look
Full see-through look
Moving the tabletop to get surfaces planed and smooth
CNC machine used to plane the top and bottom surface of the table
Trail of perforation holes left by CNC
Filling perforation holes with transparent CA glue
Letting CA glue cure and set in
Sanding glue excess using marked sharpie lines to create a constant even sanding of the surface all around
Respiratory mask safety as resin releases highly cancerous chemicals when worked with
100 Grit sanding
150 Grit sanding
Cutting all 4 sides at a right angle
Experimenting with different steel leg sizes
Testing different heights for table
Coffee table height
Using an orbital buffer to polish the surfaces using Osmo 3043
Smooth polished surface
Osmo 3043 bringing all the life from the Walnut Wood grain
Choosing the asymmetrical positioning of legs at the bottom of the table
Welding circular bases with legs
Marking the exact position for every leg into the bottom of the table
Success
Screwing the base of the legs into the marked perforations of the table
All legs attached
Black platform displays a mystical reflection of the undertop of the table
Business cards designed after the Monoja tavle
Monoja table displayed on show
Monoja table displayed on show
