Essential: A Scandinavian-Inspired Dressing Table by Linda Martins

Unveiling the Essential Dressing Table: A Blend of Simplicity, Elegance, and Functionality

Essential, a dressing table designed by Linda Martins, is a tribute to the Scandinavian style, embodying simplicity, lightness, and femininity. Crafted for women of all ages, this design is a harmonious blend of reforestation oak wood, light metal, and leather details.

The Essential dressing table stands out for its simple lines and beautiful contours that highlight the oak wood from reforestation. The table features two drawers and a space at the back of the bench to store makeup. The thin metal frame serves as a support for brushes and the mirror. Leather details, handles, and brush doors add a touch of sophistication, along with an extra vase to hold flowers, reminding users of the importance of nature.

The table is made from oak wood sourced from reforestation efforts, with a hanger structure in galvanized metal. The pink leather handbag with drawers and brown leather drawers add a touch of luxury, while the mirror with chromed metal detail enhances the overall aesthetic appeal. The table measures 1000mm x 450mm x 1350mm, making it a compact yet functional addition to any room.

The Essential dressing table is designed to assist women at all times of their day. It is perfect for moments of self-care, with spaces to keep makeup, or for study moments, with two drawers to hold important documents. It is also ideal for those moments when women simply want to sit and admire themselves in the mirror.

The design project began in April 2018 in China and was completed in December 2018 in Brazil. The design was inspired by the Scandinavian style, with a focus on lines and materials that convey simplicity with a sophisticated touch. The biggest challenge was ensuring the thin metal structure was well-positioned and strong enough to support the mirror and makeup items.

The Essential dressing table was created to circulate in women's bedrooms and closets. It uses simple lines, rounded corners, and light wood to maintain a clean look. It features two-tone leather details in brown and pink quartz, plus a metal frame and a mirror to assist women in their daily routine. The design has the simplicity of Scandinavian lines and feminine curves, highlighting the reforestation wood. In 2019, this design was awarded Silver in the A' Furniture Design Award, a testament to its outstanding expertise and innovation.


Project Details and Credits

Project Designers: Linda Martins
Image Credits: Rodrigo Ortega
Project Team Members: Linda Martins
Project Name: Essential
Project Client: Linda Martins


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