Dezeen School Shows: a side table composed of upcycled materials that explores minimalism is included in Dezeen's latest school show by students at the University of East London.
Also included is a table consisting of reclaimed materials including plywood and vibrant wood veneer, and another made of teak, epoxy resin and 3D-printed PLA that has a geometric appearance.

University of East London
Institution: University of East London

School: Architecture and Visual Arts

Courses: BA Interior Design, BA Interior Architecture and BA Product Design

Tutors: Pol Gallagher, Keith Winter, Philippe Murphy, Andy Wright, Raivati Dandiwala and Susan Ginsburgh
School statement:
"In BA Interiors and BA Product Design we task our students with designing and producing a 1:1 prototype containing 50 per cent upcycled parts to show off innovative design solutions to a common everyday item. "This year we chose the side table, an often overlooked but very useful item in our everyday lives.
"The courses aim to upskill and create confident students ready for the working world that are able to approach complex design challenges.
"In Year 01 we focus on technical skills and understanding the language of hand-drawings, in Year 02 the students approach more complex design briefs in order to find their design voice and in Year 03 we focus on honing thinking skills to get our students employment-ready.
"We do this by linking our briefs to live clients, giving the students cru...