Cross extending table
by Matthew Hilton
The Cross dining table by Matthew Hilton is a fine example of advanced wood manufacturing techniques. Made from a solid oak base, with an oak veneered top, it has two extendable leaves that are stored in the frame when the table is in a closed position. The table is large, yet retains a visual balance due to its unusually thick top. The design of the base allows for 6 to 8 chairs, or 12 to 14 when extended. This table is a particularly functional design: sturdy, handsome and built for multiple uses. Available in natural or wenge stained oak.
W 2000-2950 x H 750 x D 900
UK Retail Price including VAT
Oak £1599
Wenge £1599
Walnut £2399
Matthew Hilton doesn’t believe in design movements, and he really doesn’t like the concept of design as a fashion. Rather, he thinks the design process is part of the evolution of any object through history.
Born in 1957, Hilton studied at Portsmouth College of Art and then at Kingston Polytechnic. After graduating he worked for Capa as an industrial designer and model maker. He then set up his own design studio/workshop in 1984. SCP was the first manufacturer to produce Hilton’s work, launching Hilton’s Bow shelves at Milan Furniture Fair in 1986. Nineteen years on, SCP and Matthew Hilton continue to collaborate, producing seminal furniture such as the Balzac armchair, Orford sofa and Flipper coffee table to name but a few. While continuing his relationship with SCP, Hilton has gone on to work with many well respected international manufacturers including CASE, Driade, Disform, Sawaya and Moroni, XO, Montis, Perobell,Authentics, Montina, Livit and Ycami. 2007 saw the launch of Matthew Hilton’s own brand of furniture and he is launching new designs with both CASE and SCP in 2008.
2008 also saw Matthew Hilton being named the British Designer of the year by Elle Decoration.
