Cardboard Table Challenge

Cardboard Furniture Challenge:

A cardboard table (not just a box) to be used while seated on the floor, for sushi or game of chess, etc.

Max. Dimension: 1’ (H) x 2’ (L) x 2’ (W)

Materials allowed: Cardboard, glue, tape.

• • Must be able to be flat-packed for easy storage.

  • Must be able to be assembled without the use of any tools except hands.

  • The process of assembling and disassembling (into its flat-packed state) must be repeatable.

  • All pieces/ components of the table must be fastened, ie. no loose parts.

  • Must include an instruction sheet with pictures (no words) stating the assembling and disassembling procedures.

Evaluation:

Research and Planning (50%)

• • 10 References of existing products for inspiration (not limited to cardboard furniture or tables).

  • 5 Distinctive ideas of your own (hand sketched, with clear layout of the different components and methods of assembly)

  • 2 Scaled (¼) mockup models using cardstock

  • 1 Scaled (½) cutting plan of the final product

Final Product (50%)

• • 1 cardboard table fitting all the criteria stated above.

  • 1 instruction sheet