This thesis investigates the design and development of a lounge table made exclusively from damaged spruce wood, with the ambition to explore sustainable and meaningful furniture design within an industrial context. The project addresses the central research question: How can a lounge table be designed to embody meaning while balancing desirability, feasibility, viability, and sustainability? In collaboration with the design company Sense By Us, a design process was initiated that followed a human-centered and iterative structure. The work integrates theoretical perspectives from industrial design, design thinking, product development, perception theory, and sustainability frameworks.

The project began with research and ideation, followed by concept development, 3D modeling, physical mock-ups, and ultimately the production of a full-scale prototype. The design process placed high emphasis on material limitations, aiming to elevate the aesthetic and structural value of wood that would otherwise be considered waste. Throughout the development stages, reflection-in-action was applied to guide decisions and evaluate progress, combining practical craftsmanship with design theory.

The final result is a lounge table that merges a sculptural organic wooden base with a contrasting oval glass top, expressing a harmony between form, material, and function. While the prototype successfully embodies the project's values and aesthetic goals, full validation with users could not be carried out due to time constraints and external limitations. Nevertheless, the thesis outlines a clear path for future validation methods, such as focus groups and collaboration with interior professionals. The work contributes to the field of industrial and sustainable design by demonstrating how damaged materials can be reimagined into high-value products through a rigorous and reflective design process.