Pithalai

Pithalai

Pithalai

MARQUETRY CABINET - MULTI-VENEER

The Pithalai combines hundreds of individually cut pieces of aged teak, walnut, and oak to create a hypnotic undulating topography. Interior fit-outs include custom stemware racks, mirrored bottle back-panels, and soft-close solid timber drawers.

Pithalai

Year2023
MaterialsSmoked Oak, Teak & Walnut Inlay, Polished Brass Fittings
DimensionsH155 × W95 × D48 cm
Pithalai detail view 1

Crafted from solid rosewood, this tabletop celebrates centuries-old Indian woodcraft traditions. The joinery works every detail to celebrate timber in every grain, using no artificial stains or fillers.

Pithalai perspective 2
Pithalai perspective 3

Prototyping & Positioning

Before working on the final tabletop, we build mockups to study form, balance, and proportions. This allows us to calibrate both the leg positions, ensuring stability is structurally sound while maintaining its iconic sculptural form.

Pithalai workshop prototype
Pithalai template drafting

Template Making

Every initial project begins with precision templates to accurately capture the profile and layout of each joinery piece across the tabletop. We carefully orient timber grain, rosewood, and teakwood, allowing their natural contours, grain, and character to radiate without adding artificial stains—setting the foundation for the craftsmanship that follows.

Pithalai mortise chiseling

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