Echo Side Table
Designed for OneUp Innovations - 2026
The objective of the product was to design a single silhouette across indoor and outdoor use without compromising either. The design needed to hold up to daily living-room use in ash, while a parallel outdoor version in and white oak had to withstand sun, moisture, and temperature swings without warping or losing its finish. The goal was a quiet, sculptural form, a round top that could tuck close to a sofa or outdoor chaise.
Design strategy, cost analysis
hard ceiling: total cost to produce under $50. Every design decision, material choice, joinery, part count, finish, had to be weighed against that number without the piece reading as cheap. The goal was to strip the design down to its essential form, using simple construction and minimal materials to hit an aggressive cost target while still feeling considered and durable enough for everyday use.
