TURENNE CHEVALLEREAU x MOBILIER NATIONAL
TU-TU Side table, 1968
TU-TU Side table, 1968
A design by Turenne Chevallereau in collaboration with the Mobilier national: a coffee table and a side table that transforms into a pouf with a cushion. One of the first flat-pack furniture pieces, it requires no tools for assembly, combining elegance, modularity, and practicality.
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Design & History
Design & History
Designed in 1968, these avant-garde pieces blend industrial elements with tool-free assembly, foreshadowing the rise of flat-pack furniture. Their ingenious structure relies on a leg system simply slid into the corners, offering modularity and lightness. Easy to disassemble, transport, and reassemble, they are true travel furniture that accompany you throughout life.
The name TU-TU references traditional wood joinery techniques, particularly "tenons and mortises," while paying homage to the designer’s first name and nickname.
Specifications
Specifications
Materials: White laminate, varnished walnut veneer, visible MDF core with varnished edges.
Modularity: The side table doubles as a pouf with an optional cushion (available in multiple colors)
Lightweight & Transportable: Designed for easy mobility
Assembly: Ships flat-packed with tool-free assembly
Dimensions:
Length: 50 cm
Width: 50 cm
Height: 34.6 cm
Weight: 8 kg
Maintenance and Care
Maintenance and Care
- Wipe with a soft cloth to maintain the finish
- Avoid abrasive cleaners to preserve the materials
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Turenne Chevallereau
Turenne Chevallereau was a visionary designer known for his innovative approach to furniture design, blending industrial elements with traditional craftsmanship. His work with the Mobilier national, particularly in the late 1960s, introduced new concepts in modularity and flat-pack assembly, foreshadowing trends that would shape modern furniture. With a focus on both functionality and aesthetic refinement, his designs remain timeless and continue to inspire contemporary reissues like TU-TU.
Source Édition & Mobilier national: Preserving french design heritage
Mobilier national is one of France’s most prestigious cultural institutions, dedicated to the preservation, restoration, and promotion of French design heritage, particularly in furniture, textiles, and decorative arts.
By partnering with Mobilier national, Source Édition ensures that France’s design legacy endures, and that these masterful creations continue to inspire and enrich modern living spaces.
