TASK 1 DESIGN

HAMPTON INSPIRED
COFFEE TABLE
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CONTENTS
Statements of problem and intent

Research on existing ideas/concepts

Investigation of materials and finishes

Choice of materials and finishes

Annotated concept sketches showing concept

development
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STATEMENT OF PROBLEM AND INTENT
DESIGN DESIGN
PROBLEM STATEMENT
My client’s are two middle aged parents that need a I am going to design a Hampton inspired table that
stylistic yet simple Hampton style coffee table for incorporates storage and uniqueness will also being
there living area. They need a extra bit of storage functional for everyday life the table will mostly be
while also being able to use the table when it comes made out of Pine and may incorporate some jarrah. It
to entertaining friends. The client needs a large table will be strong and durable so I will last throughout the
one that can support their family of five, and will life of the family.
strong enough to last for a quite long time as they
have 2 teenage boys that may be a bit rough when it
come to treating furniture. My client’s budget is in
the range of $50-$60 and will be the table to be
completed in a set amount of time between 3-4
months
The table will roughly be 1000mm x 650mm x 450mm
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The product will need to be of the Hampton
inspired style to match the design of the
house
Product will need a high quality finish to
achieve this I’ll will smooth the surface and
apply a high quality staining agent and
white paint will also applying a number of
gloss layers to enhance the look of the
product will also increasing its durability.
The budget for the table will be between 50-
60 dollars making the product a relatively
cheap yet high quality table.
The table will be made of durable materials
to withstand abuse that it may face
throughout the years of use.
There is a limited choice of wood
available (Pine,Jarrah,MDF only).
There is only a limited amount of time to
complete the table.
I will need to develop my skills with
using the woodwork equipment and the
use of 4 available joints to construct the
table.
The table needs to be durable and stable
to support anything it may face.
I need to wear all necessary PPE when
completing the construction of the table.
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RESEARCH EXISTING PRODUCTS

www.henryandoliverco.com/products/esperance-coffee-table
www.mydeal.com.au/dukeliving-hamptons-coastal-cross-coffe
e-table-3923702

The table follows the style the client asked for.

This table incorporates the Hampton style but the
Is quite functional as there is shelves for storage client wants a bit more colour to make the table pop
while also have a sleek design. out in the living room.

The table is priced at $179. The table has a good amount of storage and has added
detail to create more depth.
The tables dimensions are 500mm x
1200mm x 600mm. This table is extremely expensive at $1,089.

The table is too big for the client’s purpose.

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MATERIAL RESEARCH
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