Der Spanner

  • Prize
    Winner in Dining Table
  • Company/Firm
    Werkstatt Hoffmann
  • Designer
    Jan Hoffmann
  • Photo Credit
    Adolfo Xacur & Patrick Owens
  • Location
    Zürich
  • Project Date
    26.02.2026
  • Project Link
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The table represents a pure structural system, defined by a self-contained flow of forces. It merges engineering with modern, elegant, and sustainable design.

A central steel cable acts as the table’s lifeline, tensioning the wooden legs and metal components into the tabletop without screws or fixed joints. If this lifeline is released, the entire structure collapses.

"The Engine" beneath the tabletop maintains constant tension, creating the impression of a floating surface. Over time, this tension can be easily readjusted through a central thread, ensuring long-term stability and durability.

The project emphasizes precision, longevity, and local production. All components are sourced, manufactured, and finished in Switzerland, working with specialized partners and maintaining strict quality control down to the smallest detail.