OKHA’s CUT FORMS: A bold new chapter in side table design
In the ever-evolving world of interior design, few pieces capture the imagination like a well-crafted side table. Enter OKHA’s latest creation, CUT FORMS, which pushes the boundaries of what a side table can be. This Cape Town-based design studio has long been celebrated for its daring approach to furniture, and CUT FORMS is no exception - it’s less a piece of furniture and more a sculptural statement.
Conceived by OKHA’s Creative Director, Adam Court, CUT FORMS begins life as a simple rectangular block. But in Court’s hands, this block is anything but simple. Through a process of cutting, shaping, and refining, he transforms it into a dynamic, cubist form that defies easy categorization. It’s a piece that seems to hover between different worlds - organic yet brutalist, reflective yet matte, minimalist yet richly complex.
Court describes his approach to CUT FORMS as a conversation between destruction and creation. “It’s not about obliterating one form to make another speak,” he says. “It’s about drawing out new identities through an entirely different language.” This philosophy is evident in the table’s final form, which feels as though it’s still in the process of becoming, as much a living object as a static piece of furniture.
OKHA has always been known for its ability to merge art with function, and CUT FORMS is a perfect example of this ethos. The studio’s work is defined by a deep understanding of materials, a commitment to craftsmanship, and a fearless approach to form. Each piece they create, including this new side table, is a testament to their dedication to pushing the boundaries of contemporary design while maintaining a sense of timelessness.
This isn’t just a table - it’s a bold statement of artistic intent, a piece that challenges our expectations of what furniture can be. In a world where design often leans toward the safe and predictable, OKHA’s CUT FORMS stands out as a daring, imaginative work that invites us to see furniture in a new light.