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Round&Round by Louis Lim, image by Holly Allen Cooper<a href="http://makingworks.com/">Louis Lim</a>'s Round&Round bench is a circular wooden seat with a fun secret - a discreet drawer tucked away within the design. Unveiled at <a href="http://inhabitat.com/nyc/12x12-twelve-designers-transform-reclaimed-nyc-lumber-into-fresh-modern-furnishings/">12x12</a> during <a href="http://inhabitat.com/new-york-design-week/">New York Design Week</a>, the unconventional seat is made of reclaimed wood found in NYC. At first glance, the bench appears to be a singular solid structure, but then a storage unit pulls out from inside to reveal a spacious area to hide away bits and pieces.1
Round&Round by Louis Lim, image by Holly Allen CooperThe bench was created as part of the Wanted Design exhibit.2
Round&Round by Louis Lim, image by Holly Allen CooperIt is constructed entirely from salvaged heart pine beams.3
Round&Round by Louis Lim, image by Holly Allen CooperThe bench was designed Louis Lim, a Cooper Union graduate.4
Round&Round by Louis Lim, image by Holly Allen CooperThe internal drawer fits flush to the bench.5
Round&Round by Louis Lim, image by Holly Allen CooperLike the seating area the drawer is one continuous single form.6
Round&Round by Louis Lim, image by Holly Allen CooperAnother brilliant detail about the round design is that it is a flat pack construction.7
Round&Round by Louis Lim, image by Holly Allen CooperThe main shell separates into 6 modular panels for easy transportation and assemblage.8
