Bijou

Bijou is a minimalist masterpiece redefining the the essence of the coffee table. Designed for small spaces, Bijou seamlessly blends functionality with elegance. No tools required for assembly. Bijou simplifies your setup, allowing for effortless versatility.

Fall 2023

As urban spaces become increasingly small, Our challenge is to find innovative ways to accommodate for more functional storage, and usability.

Target Consumer

Young adults

Age 20-30

Urban homeowners
Students in shared or compact living spaces
People who frequently host guests

Design Goals

Our Furniture Picks

For our small-space furniture project, We chose these pieces because they create moments of connection and bring people closer in shared spaces.

Steven - Side Table

Ronja - Couch

Priscilla - Coffee Table

Brand Principles

Modest

Unassuming, simple design with functional details

Approachable

Soft shapes that creates a sense of comfort

Gentle

Neutral tones emphasize a clean and calming aesthetic

Inspiration Board

Calm

Durable

Organic

Exploring Iterations

Calm

Durable

Organic

While the piece feels durable and calming with its multifunctionality, it still lacks a defining element to make it feel complete.

By experimenting with different shapes and seating placements, I explored ways to enhance multifunctionality. Drawing from Japanese-style seating, I aimed to embed compact seating into the coffee table design.

Seating-Integrated Table Concepts

Finalizing Form & Cushion Storage

After earlier explorations, I shifted toward a simpler, more refined form while continuing to experiment with elegant ways to store and integrate the cushion seating seamlessly into the table structure.