Oblong Slit Table Ø 49.3

The Slit Oblong table from Hay is an expression of contemporary Danish design, influenced by the elegance of Japanese origami. Crafted from polished steel, this side table features a unique geometric shape. Its slim frame, which appears to be folded beneath the tabletop, offers a simple yet sculptural aesthetic. Available in various shapes, sizes, colors, and finishes, the Slit Oblong table is compact and versatile, perfectly suited for use alone or in a group across diverse spaces, both private and public.

The design

The Slit series is not attributed to any external designer: HAY does not name an author on its Slit page, and the series does not appear on any of its designers' portfolios. The company works with independent designers on a large portion of its catalog and signs the rest under its own name, generally for pieces where function dictates form. This is the case here: a tabletop and a thin frame that appears to be folded underneath, inspired by paper-folding techniques.