Big astra coffee table by patrick norguet materials: marble, metal structure dimensions: ø 101.6 x h 33.8 cm the astra family of coffee tables surprises by its sophisticated simplicity. It was named as a tribute to those old instruments, which dreamers and pioneer minds used to map stars and planets with. The leg consists of two crescent elements assembled into a cross shaped structure supporting a stone, granite, terrazzo, marble, or wood top. A singular and remarkable design that makes it a strong statement piece. Patrick norguet approaches objects and design from a graphical perspective. Since childhood, he has preferred sketchbooks to textbooks, filling them up with sketches and drawings. A “handson” approach of industry and design studies in paris (esdi) mark the unusual profile of this constructive rebel. His career underwent a dramatic change in 2000 when giulio cappellini spotted his now famous rainbow chair. He joined the circle of designers that matter and created his parisian studio. Since that time, he has been designing for major producers and renowned brands. Drawing inspiration from everything that surrounds him, patrick norguet does not follow trends but seeks to give shape to products whose relevance and modernity would withstand the test of time.