Hardly any other German standard has achieved such international acclaim as the German Industrial Standard (DIN). The more complex the world becomes, the more important it is to have simple solutions: DIN guarantees the ultimate in terms of standardization, precision and perfect fit.

Fig. The DinA system of surface dimensions and heights (Design: Udo Schill, Timo Küchler). With one consistent form and three height options, 1/1, 1/2, 1/4 and 1/8 elements create innovative office scenarios.

It was no coincidence that the two Stuttgart designers, Timo Küchler and Udo Schill, modelled their concept on the DIN A paper standard. The aim was to develop a range of tables and storage units that first and foremost conveys clarity, calm and aesthetic concentration, while also offering endless combination and application options. The range comprises a large, a medium-sized and a small table (1/1, 1/2, 1/4 format) and two storage unit formats (1/4, 1/8), and is available in the three functional heights of low, sitting and standing.

Fig. Details of DinA tables: the legs, with a matt stainless steel blasted finish, attached to a concealed steel underframe with hidden screw fittings.

It was the sophisticated simplicity of the range that convinced both design experts and juries of the qualities of the new Wilkhahn range, and led them to make three awards in no less than two months: the iF-Design Award 2004 at CeBIT in Hanover, the nomination for the German Design Prize 2004, and the best of the best reddot award of the Design Center North-Rhine/Westphalia in Essen.

The high-quality simplicity of the concept is projected in the materials, workmanship and innovative details too. Through-dyed panel with textured lacquer and matt blasted stainless steel legs give the range a powerful, monolithic appearance. Drawers with no visible handles, moulded accessories trays, laptop shelves and storage nets for cable management underneath tables create fascination by means of perfection and intelligence.

Fig. Materials and surface finishes have also been reduced to essentials: the drawer fronts, with no visible handles, the Volumina and the table tops are all in MDF, through-dyed in the colour black-grey.

DinA will be available through Wilkhahn international distributors from the second week in May. Wilkhahn has prepared something quite special for the occasion: with a view to making the simplicity of this range a hands-on experience, Wilkhahn has developed a planning guide entitled "DinA - Layout", in addition to the product brochure itself. This document follows the tradition of handicrafts' templates and provides a playful approach to this fascinating concept.

Fig. Concentrated reduction to essentials. DinA makes a clear stand in office and conference environments.

A second point of attraction in the market launch is the pricing of the range, which is designed to meet prestigious requirements in executives' offices, conference interiors, lobbies and reception areas: Wilkhahn is making an introductory offer of all table formats at a standard price of EUR 750 (+ VAT). This opens up some interesting perspectives: with effective planning, four workplaces can be created using only three tables .

Wilkhahn president Dr. Jochen Hahne is convinced that the new range will be a great success:"The overwhelming response on the part of experts, such as designers and architects, shows that there is a deep longing for orientation, sustainability and lasting appeal - beyond fleeting fashion, bargain-hunting and throw-away mentality. The DinA range conveys these values in a manner that is immediately tangible - and even before the official launch, we are involved in some highly interesting projects."

For further details, please contact:

Wilkhahn
Wilkening + Hahne GmbH+Co
Press + Public Relations
Fritz-Hahne-Straße 8
31848 Bad Münder
Germany
Phone: ++49 (5042) 999-169
Fax: ++49 (5042) 999-450
burkhard.remmers@wilkhahn.de