six generations have come down to this.
Train to Dijon
Train to Dijon Train to Dijon was born from boredom with the ubiquitous 90-degree angle. The table, bench and chairs are tilted at a 12-degree angle – enough to be noticeable without compromising structural integrity. The collection is crafted
Solid walnut, maple, cherry , Beech, 96lx32dx28h
from European Beech that is bleached to emphasize the playfulness of the shadows. The hand painted yellow reveal underneath the top was inspired by blurred landscapes, subtle pops of color, and gleaming lights when looking out a train window. Train to Dijon references the classic farm table, but with a modern slant.
Bleach, water based top coat
Il Palio
Il Palio Il Palio is a solid Walnut table, with an oil finish, and is a nod to Andrew’s father’s trademark of pairing an organic table top with a geometric
Solid walnut, maple, cherry 34”wx28h
base. Named after a square in Siena that hosts a biannual horse race, the table is essentially two intersecting squares bisected with a circular top: A round race in a square.
3 part oil finish
All Y’alls
All Y’alls All Y’alls is the result of a conversation with Dallas interior designers who wanted bigger tables with more
Available in: Solid walnut, maple, cherry
bling. Rising to the challenge while staying true to his
Gold plated corners
minimalist roots, Andrew designed a table that melds
84lx32dx28h
modernism with Texas flare. The 24k gold corners rift
3 part oil finish
on the idea of pre-fab, knock down furniture.
Heavy Metal Heavy metal was inspired by turning the shadows of a table into light. The stainless steel reflects the surrounding light and illuminates what is normally
Stainless steel Solid and veneered wood
lost in shadows. Andrew incorporates the shadow into his pieces; both the shadow cast on itself and the shadow cast on the surroundings.
Walnut, maple, cherry 70lx32dx29h 3 part oil finish
Stripe Table Stripe table was inspired by the Gees Bend Quilts of Alabama. The quilts, which use geometric textile scraps and bold stitching for their design evolve as you encircle them. The machined lines within the table top seem to move as the light and shadows change depending upon the viewers angle.
Available in: Solid walnut, maple, cherry 72lx34dx29h Machined grooves, raw or painted Leaf version available 3 part oil finish
Laptop Desk Laptop Desk is a modern functioning desk reminiscent of traditional school desks. With wire management and storage built in for electronics, the ink well has been replaced.
Available in: Solid walnut, maple, cherry 55lx32dx28h Hidden shelf for power strip and transformers
Standard 41 co-sponsored “the Desk Project� for
Wire management
Kids of Kathmandu. The auction of 11 original desks from 11 designers helped pay for the education of 41 orphans in Nepal.
3 part oil finish
DKNY Chairs
Dining Chair
Oh! Donald-Front Oh! Donna -Back
DKNY Chairs DKNY approached Standard 41 and wanted a “feminized” version of Standard 41’s dining chair for their showroom. After three weeks of prototyping the choice came down to two similar chairs except one had a return on the leg and one had one gentle curve running the entire length of the back leg. DKNY went with the one with the return-more feminine. Standard 41 has decided to include both in their line. A whole spectrum of woods and colors available.
Solid and Veneers
A Chaise for two.
Love Chaise Available in Solid and veneered
Outdoor version for poolside relaxation available.
Walnut, maple, cherry Stainless steel Upholstered cushions in Rayon wool blend 50lx33dx32h 3 part oil finish
Standard 41’s version of a classic arm chair.
Lounge Chair Available in solid walnut, maple, cherry Upholstered cushions in Rayon wool blend 33lx33dx29h 3 part oil finish
Lounge Chair
Love Chaise
Bridge Stool
Plank Bench
Minimal Seating Standard 41 offers several minimal seating options to accompany their tables.
Availabe in solid: Walnut, maple, cherry
3 part oil finish
Slant Credenza
Mid-Century for this century.
Slant Credenza A classic, mid-century inspired credenza for today’s needs. The Slant Credenza is infinitely customizable.
Available in Solid and veneered Walnut, maple, cherry 60lx22dx29h Wine storage components Wire management Infinite possibilities 3 part oil finish
Big Boy The Big Boy is as promised, Big. Custom designed and fabricated to fit a myriad of needs.
Available in Solid and veneered Walnut, maple, cherry 96lx22dx29h Wine storage components Wire management Infinite possibilities 3 part oil finish
Standard 41 is just six generations and a few years old. It all started in the Austro-Hungarian Empire, with Raible father and sons working as furniture makers, cabinetmakers, instrument makers and, legend would have it, chicken thieves. In a fit of independence, Andrew Raible, the sixth generation, explored advertising, graphic design and other respectable jobs before going back to grad school (Pratt Institute) to study furniture and Industrial design. He was back to the inevitable wood shop.
After several successful partnerships and collaborations (Refinery Furniture, 3 Square Design) Andrew started Standard 41 to create a line of furniture that tends towards reinterpretations of mid-century Scandinavian and American designs - with a sculptural twist. His minimal furniture’s clarity and restraint often belie its practicality and usefulness. And over time, a seemingly austere table, chair or credenza reveals a hidden sense of fun.
John Raible, the father and architect, was, to anyone that knew him, a sculptor. He taught his son to play more with angles, to embrace the idea that a curve, a swirl, and a knot are not beyond or below the realm of a minimalist Raible. Andrew is constantly thinking and rethinking minimalism and modernism, exploring ways to create pieces that are true to an aesthetic he was raised on, but one that can breathe and can offer new life in today’s world.
Standard41 continues to grow in its partnerships with showrooms and manufacturers. It also remains true to what has sustained the Raibles through the generations, the relationship with individual clients. With John joining past chicken thieves in May of 2008, the generations are looking down more than ever. Andrew is integrating the combined experience of his forefathers into a company that acknowledges the past and also embraces the future..
Taible is the next evolution of Standard 41; A collection of modern, minimal and slightly quirky tables as well as seating to accompany them. We focus on the unique design and customization of our work. Our tables are designed to be lived with for generations. We always will.
April 2011
October 2010
October 2010
Furniture that doesn’t take itself too seriously is here in the Stripe dining table. Clean lines hold down a vibrant stripe in a white lacquer inlay, and your choice of walnut, cherry, or maple. A great twist for the adventurous-no need for tablecloths.
We customize any of our pieces and look forward to working together to design and fabricate unique work. Please feel free to contact us regarding any and all questions.
In addition to our own line of furniture, we can assist you in fabricating any design for you. We can help you take an idea from sketch thru renderings, shop drawings and thru fabrication. We have relationships with many trades, from stone, metal, glass and upholstry to custom finishers who can duplicate any sample you can dream up.
Andrew Raible
917/805-0835 andrew@standard41.com andrew@taible.com