101 Woonideeën – Grip by Bloomming
A Clever Table Designed for Small Spaces
Published in 101 Woonideeën, August 2011
Dutch interior magazine 101 Woonideeën featured Grip, a compact and multifunctional table designed by Bas van Leeuwen & Mireille Meijs for Bloomming.
The product appeared in the magazine’s “101 woonideeën” section under the headline “Handig!” (“Handy!”), highlighting its practical solution for flexible living and small interiors.
Grip
Grip was designed as a side table that can be attached almost anywhere.
A distinctive clamp integrated into one corner of the tabletop allows the table to be fixed securely to another table or work surface. This creates an additional tabletop exactly where extra space is needed.
The concept combines mobility, simplicity and functionality in a lightweight design.
As Described by the Magazine
The article explains:
“Need an extra side table? With Grip you can create one in no time. No matter how thick your tabletop is, the table clamp simply attaches underneath.”
The magazine also notes that the table was available with a bamboo tabletop and could seat four people when combined with a larger table arrangement.
Design Philosophy
Grip reflects a recurring theme in Bloomming’s early work: finding elegant solutions for everyday living.
Rather than adding another piece of furniture to a room, Grip temporarily expands existing furniture, allowing spaces to adapt to changing needs.
The design is especially relevant for:
- Compact apartments
- Flexible workspaces
- Dining areas requiring occasional extra seating
- Temporary extensions of existing tables
Product Information
Product: Grip
Designers: Bas van Leeuwen & Mireille Meijs
Brand: Bloomming
Year featured: 2011
Publication: 101 Woonideeën (Netherlands)
Original Dutch Caption (translated)
“Need an extra side table? Grip provides a handy little side table whenever you need one. It doesn’t matter how thick your tabletop is; the table clamp simply attaches underneath.”
This feature marked another appearance of Bloomming’s work in a major Dutch interior magazine, showcasing the studio’s focus on practical innovation and adaptable furniture design.
