BAST – a table system rooted in strength, honesty, and longevity

Fora Form is proud to unveil BAST, a new table system designed in collaboration with London-based Norwegian design duo Hunting & Narud

With a form language grounded in clarity and strength, BAST invites us to gather – to share space, focus, and pause together.

The name BAST was carefully chosen through a search for a word that conveys something solid, strong, honest, and enduring.

 

 

Portrait of Norwegian Designers Amy Hunting and Oscar Narud by Kat Green, 2022

A collective table for shared spaces

Whether placed in lounges, collaborative zones, or soft work areas, BAST functions as a spatial anchor – a place to pause, reconnect, or shift focus. Available in three sizes, it’s designed to either stand alone or be grouped to create larger, unified landscapes. With a height of 40 cm, BAST supports informal work, conversation, and spontaneous collaboration.

Hunting & Narud approached the design with a clear vision:
“We wanted to create a table that is both strong and adaptable – a system with purpose and presence, built to last and change over time.” Designers Amy Hunting and Oscar Narud

Built to endure – and evolve

BAST is constructed with a solid oak base, chosen for its natural durability and ability to age with grace. Th tabletop connects to the base via a floating bracket in recyclable aluminum, left untreated and vibratorycleaned to achieve a zero-waste finish. The bracket detail – visible between the leg and tabletop – gives the piece its distinctive visual tension and architectural character.

Every element of BAST is designed for easy assembly, disassembly, and repair. Delivered in two parts – top and base – the table is fastened using just four screws per leg and a standard hex key. This modular approach allows for part replacement and flexibility in finish and color.

Portrait of Norwegian Designers Amy Hunting and Oscar Narud by Kat Green, 2022