Shakō Table
(社交 Table)
"Shakō" is a Japanese word meaning social or socializing, with additional connotations of social life.
Meticulously designed and crafted from reclaimed materials sourced from the streets, discarded by businesses, and off-cuts from workshops.
This unique piece was created at no financial cost, zero.
Who is this for?
Building communal places promoting meaningful relationships is critical during a time of higher social estrangement. This initiative addresses that demand by creating a minimalistic, community gaming table for university residences. It employs user-focused design and behavioural psychological ideas to promote interpersonal relationships and improve students' university experiences. The table promotes natural social relationships, allowing people to acquire confidence via active social involvement.
Process and Prototyping
The Future of this Product
Designed for university residences, it aims to foster meaningful relationships in an era of growing social isolation. By employing user-focused design and behavioral psychology, the table encourages natural social interactions, helping students build confidence through active engagement. Its creation addresses the need for communal spaces that promote connection and enhance the university experience, making it both a functional and social centerpiece for student life.