Design brand '130' to unveil 'FLUX TABLE' at Milan Design Week 2026 in collaboration with DAIKAN

Design brand '130 (ONE THIRTY)' will unveil the 'FLUX TABLE' prototype, featuring the new material 'FLUX METAL,' at the 'Return to...' exhibition hosted by DAIKAN Co., Ltd. during Milan Design Week 2026, held in Milan, Italy, from Monday, April 20 to Sunday, April 26, 2026. This project was realized through the intersection of DAIKAN's long-standing precision machining technology and skilled craftsmanship, concept development and material direction by FEEL GOOD CREATION Co., Ltd., and structural design and spatial implementation by 130. By combining 'FLUX METAL'—a new material expression that makes metal appear to ripple like liquid—with 130's unique continuous frame structure, the project presents a new form of table design where material, structure, and space become one. ■ 'FLUX METAL': A Novel Metal Expression The core of the 'FLUX TABLE,' 'FLUX METAL,' is a new material expression that captures the phenomenon of metal appearing to flow. The mirror-polished cross-sections create a viscous, liquid-like appearance, evoking a sense of movement despite being stationary. This finish cannot be achieved through machining alone. Because the cross-sections shift slightly during the polishing process, the final stage requires micron-level manual work by DAIKAN's skilled artisans. It is an unprecedented metal expression made possible only through the fusion of digital processing and craftsmanship. ■ A Rippling Top and an Unwavering Base: The 'FLUX TABLE' The 'FLUX TABLE' features a mirror-polished metal top that appears to ripple like liquid despite being still. Supporting this top is a leg structure designed in collaboration with 130. 130's unique technique of constructing three-dimensional forms from a single continuous frame creates a structure that is both incredibly lightweight and robust, possessing a handcrafted aesthetic despite being an industrial product. The combination of these two opposing elements—the rippling top and the unwavering base—is the core of the 'FLUX TABLE' design. In this project, 130 led the design and spatial implementation to translate the material expression of FLUX METAL into the 'FLUX TABLE,' showcasing the extreme technical capabilities of DAIKAN.