British architect David Chipperfield has created a modular workstation, made using traditional joinery techniques, for German furniture company e15. 
Launched at this week's IMM Cologne trade show, e15 said that the Basis modular workstation is a "smart and casual" desk system designed to cater to the needs of modern living and working.

The desk design is an evolution of the Basis trestle table, which Chipperfield designed for e15 in 2017.
With a simple rectangular top made from wide flat planks of European oak or walnut, the desk is supported by flat oak or walnut legs that are angled slightly outward. A smoked glass table top is also available.
The Basis workstation collection also has a high table with a square or round top so that it can be used in private and public spaces.
"Focusing on the needs of creative and functional work environments, Basis workstation is a smart and casual desk system stripped back to the essentials while featuring the pure use of material and craftsmanship," said e15 of the reduced design.
"It does not interfere with or redefine work habits, yet it facilitates different styles of working."

The tables are designed to stand individually or be grouped together in offices.
"Offering flexible solutions for the home or office, it is designed to allow solo work as well as collaboration by combining any number of individual desks to work islands," e15 added.

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