Determined to create a table that would suit a modern family s myriad needs, designer Hee Welling made multiple prototypes before he was satisfied. The result was Patch, an extendable dining table that employs a butterfly extension technique to provide seating for more people.

The Danish concept of umage inspired Welling throughout the design process. Translating as “making a bit more effort,” this mindset meant that every aspect of Patch s design was considered to provide optimal practicality.

The minimalism of the table s wooden base and smooth laminate tabletop is offset by a highly functional design. Patch comes as a knock-down so that it can be easily assembled within a few minutes. Once constructed, it is firmly held together by small metal fittings on each leg that locks the table together. In addition to providing stability, these metal patches offer a subtle contrast of materials against the table s solid wooden frame. A further point of interest is added by the drop-shaped curve of the legs, which, despite their slimness, boast hidden depth to increase their strength and stability.

Often when you have these types of table there s a lot of compromise during development, Welling notes. But I really made a lot of effort to do things as well as possible.