In a landscape where furniture can too often tip toward the predictable, a new Czech‑engineered product is turning heads across design circles. The FRAMY metal table base, manufactured by WALTECO s.r.o. in the Czech Republic, has secured one of the most respected accolades in industrial design, the Red Dot Design Award, recognising its harmonious blend of minimalism, ingenuity, and everyday functionality.
At first glance, FRAMY's appeal lies in its clean, minimalist form: stark black, linear steel crafted into an elegant H‑shaped frame. Yet, this austere silhouette belies a thoughtful, performance‑driven engineering logic. With a load capacity of up to 250 kg, FRAMY delivers strength that rivals much heavier traditional frames, without sacrificing aesthetic refinement.
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Design that meets real‑world demands
The jury behind the Red Dot distinction praised FRAMY for captivatingly balancing simplicity and functionality. Its modular construction supports a broad range of tabletops; from sleek laminates to robust wood slabs, making the frame suitable for dining tables, work stations, or conference pieces alike.
The secret to FRAMY's versatility lies in its flatpack‑ready design: the frame ships compactly, assembles quickly via pre‑drilled mounting points, and can be disassembled for future reuse. This thoughtful engineering reduces logistical complexity and environmental impact, a nod to evolving expectations around sustainability and circular design.
Industrial aesthetic meets everyday use
Unlike many table bases that hide in the shadows of tabletops, FRAMY embraces its visual presence. The matte black finish and geometric proportions lend an industrial yet refined character, signalling its role as both a functional support and a design statement. Its compatibility with diverse interiors, from contemporary homes to commercial spaces, reflects a trend toward furniture that is as expressive as it is useful.
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A milestone for WALTECO
For WALTECO, a brand known across Europe for high‑quality furniture hardware and fittings, FRAMY represents a significant step into high‑end product design. While the company's catalogue spans nails, brackets, legs, and DIY furniture components, FRAMY symbolises a bold push into products where form and structural performance intersect.
Winning the Red Dot Award puts FRAMY in a global spotlight; a testament to how everyday functional objects can become icons of modern design when ingenuity is applied with intention and craft.
WALTECO will be showcasing their award-winning FRAMY Metal Table Base at imm Cologne, at Hall 10.2, Stand F011, a perfect opportunity for visitors to experience this innovative design firsthand.
More information:
WALTECO
imm cologne
20 - 23 January, 2026
Koelnmesse GmbH, Messeplatz 1
50679 Köln, Hall 10.2, Stand F011
[email protected]
www.walteco.com
Czech Republic
