by Ann Withanee — June 4, 2012—Aviation technology played a major role in the design of the new Paces Table Series by Versteel, a major producer and designer of chairs and tables. The top of the table, which has been called Airfoil, is a patented frame of spars and ribs and is as high as 75 percent lighter than most traditional tops. The Airfoil top has features that conveniently accommodate the wires and devices that pervade all work spaces.
Paces, designed by Roberto Lucci, was also inspired by the human form, with its leg profile forming the table’s side-by-side welded legs. The indentation reflects light and also provides wire management.
The Paces series is both light in scale and light in weight and offers mobility and nesting. The top tilts vertically with a single-handed pull below the work surface. The tables nest together in a tight pack for quick storage. The design’s slim profile and stability makes Paces tables ideal for ever-changing training facilities, while solid construction provides the durability required for quick-change university, hospitality or conference settings.
Roberto Lucci designed the Paces series as a continuation of his design maximization process, which began with the Quanta chair. This strategy, points out Versteel, evolves a single design concept into a product range with many variations.
Versteel adhered to its strict environmental standards with this product; Paces is made from recycled content and designed to be disassembled and recycled at end of life. Paces was also designed with DFE (Design for the Environment) goals in mind. In addition, both Quanta and Paces with Airfoil are actively pursuing BIFMA “level” certification and GREENGUARD standards. Currently, the majority of Versteel products meet these standards.
The Paces Table Series will be introduced to the industry in the Versteel showroom during NeoCon 2012 at The Merchandise Mart in Chicago.
For more information visit the Versteel Web Site.
