They were designed to be used as separate tables or to be locked together to form one long conference table. But because of the size restrictions due to the tight corridors in the hotel, the sides had to be able to fold down for easy storage and maneuverability. Adding to that maneuverability are the adjustable and locking
The top, as well as the base and post, is mahogany veneer on an MDF substrate, The edges of the table are solid mahogany.
The biggest challenge for me was keeping everything consistent. I found it beneficial to build each section together as I went along. All the bases were built together, all the top sections were built together, etc. But When it came time to put them together I had to focus on one table and use it as the guinea pig (so to speak) then assemble the remaining to, solving any problems that had arisen along the way. To add an extra element of difficulty to the final assembly, all the pieces had to be stained and finished.
I am very happy with how they turned out. The hardest part about building a piece I care so much about is sending it out of the shop to it's new home. Hopefully the Stephen Austin Hotel finds as much joy with them as I did in making them.
