The term synchronicity describes the principle of a simultaneous occurrence of events or procedures, which are subject to a unifying order. An innovative combined lifting and lowering linear rotation mechanism that is part of the Fontana tables makes it possible to extend and retract the table top in a seemingly synchronous movement. The ease with which the heavy extension elements made of natural stone can be moved is breathtaking. They slot into place without a visible change of position. This is doubly impressive, as the apparently magical process is purely mechanical and can easily be achieved by the user. And, what is more, in a self-explanatory way. This operation is easy to carry out and does not require any exertion, as the well thought-out construction of Fontana makes this process very straightforward. The design of the dining table ensures that the overall installation space is scaled-down, resulting in greater leg-room for the people seated at it. In order to make Fontana adaptable to different living areas, there is a choice of 180 different types of stone, various table tops and edge geometries as well as two base types. In its harmonious combination of design vocabulary and functionality, this table embodies the fascination of good design, which can take many different forms.
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The Fontana dining table combines the aura of a special material – natural stone – with a fascinating and innovative extension mechanism. The user can activate extension and retraction of the massive table top without any effort or exertion. This leads to a seemingly magical synchronous movement of the extension elements. Fontana’s perfectly matched design proportions, which offer great leg space, show the high-quality table top to great advantage.
