Urbanhike

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The Moooi Urbanhike brings this unexpected wanderlust vibe to side tables that somehow makes perfect sense once you see it. Marcel Wanders designed this thing back in 2012, and hon estly, it's still one of those pieces that makes people pause and ask "wait, what is that?" The chrome steel construction gives it this sleek, modern feel, but then there's that third leg shaped like a hiking staff that completely changes the whole personality. At 17.3 inches across with a compact footprint, it fits beautifully next to sofas or chairs without taking over the space, and the wood transfer detailing adds just enough warmth to keep the chrome from feeling cold. The proportions are really well balanced too - tall enough at 30 inches to be useful but not so high that it feels awkward next to standard seating. What's really clever about the Urbanhike is how it turns personalization into part of the design concept. It comes with seven different city badges that you can apply yourself, kind of like those old-school travel stickers people used to put on suitcases. You can badge it up with cities you've been to, places you want to go, or just ones that look cool - it's totally up to you how much or how little you want to customize it. The table surface works perfectly for the usual side table duties - coffee cups, books, your phone - while that walking stick leg ensures it's never going to be just another boring piece of furniture. The chrome finish is surprisingly practical too, since it doesn't show fingerprints or water marks the way some metals do, and it's substantial enough that you don't worry about it tipping over when you bump into it. Moooi has always been about creating furniture that tells stories, and the Urbanhike perfectly captures this philosophy through Marcel Wanders' vision of design as exploration. Founded by Wanders and Casper Vissers, the Dutch company takes its name from the word "beautiful" with an extra "o" representing that additional value they bring to everything they create. The Urbanhike embodies Moooi's journey of spreading innovative design across the world's major cities, turning the idea of travel and discovery into functional art. Along with their boundary-pushing lighting, seating, and accessories, Moooi continues to work with designers who understand that great furniture should enhance life through genuine character rather than just meeting basic needs, helping you build spaces that reflect personality and spark conversation. Details Made In: Netherlands Dimensions: W: 17.30 x H: 29.90 x D: 17.30 in (Dia: 17.30 in) Material: Chromed steel, decalized aluminium wood transfer Additional Information: Indoor only. Show more