"Proportion is arguably the most important tenet of design either affirming or subverting our notions of what may or may not be home furnishings, whether it's of use, and if that should even be the goal. Mike & Maaike's unusual design for Rolly - a rolling table comprising four identical, circular elements - plays with size and scale relative to our understanding of mobile furniture, turning the typically utilitarian wheel into a larger than life element with equal visual weight as the tabletop."
"This comically-large trio of wheels is the same dimension as the top, though the table's horizontal surface appears seemingly larger when backlit by reflections from the slanted circles that prop it up. The rear wheel acts as a rudder, guiding the table to next destination. In an era of perhaps overwrought refinement, Rolly engages in a sense of play by making large what is usually small, leading us to consider form beyond expectation."
"Crafted in solid birch, this smart structure swivels between serving cart and display table using its signature back wheel to do so. A minimal steel frame hides smaller hardware from view that might otherwise distract from its overall appearance. With great elegance, the wheels and top come together ensuring a stable solution for your finest glassware, even when it's on the move."
Rolly is a rolling table composed of four identical circular elements that equal the tabletop in dimension, transforming wheels into a primary visual feature. The horizontal surface appears larger when backlit by reflections from the slanted supporting circles, while the rear wheel functions as a rudder to steer the piece. Crafted from solid birch with a minimal steel frame concealing hardware, Rolly swivels between serving cart and display table and provides stable support for glassware during movement. Finishes include toned black, natural birch, and a bold black-and-white striped satin version whose intersecting stripes form unique patterns.
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