Usually reserved for making model aircrafts, untreated balsa wood has been used by Nomess Copenhagen to make a modern version of the classic vanity table called Balsabox. The box is incredibly lightweight and consists of a series of sliding trays with small storage compartments. The back of the lid doubles as an adjustable mirror.  Photo 14 of 15 in Into the Woods at Maison & Objet 2012 by Ali Morris

Into the Woods at Maison & Objet 2012

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Usually reserved for making model aircrafts, untreated balsa wood has been used by Nomess Copenhagen to make a modern version of the classic vanity table called Balsabox. The box is incredibly lightweight and consists of a series of sliding trays with small storage compartments. The back of the lid doubles as an adjustable mirror.