An updated version of the classic storage bench
A Line Storage Bench is an updated take on the classic storage bench – where functionality meets clean form. A solid and versatile piece with slightly reduced dimensions and minimalist characteristics, offering generous storage space. The lid is lifted with a small leather handle and is held in place by the construction when in use.
The angled cut of the legs gives the bench a subtle lifted appearance, lending the overall design a sense of solidity and robustness, while maintaining a refined and stylish expression. A versatile piece that works equally well as a stand-alone item in a hallway, bedroom, or any seating area – enhancing the practical spaces of the home while ensuring ease of use and storage.
With the new 90 cm size, we offer a more compact alternative to the 111 cm bench, providing generous storage while fitting more comfortably into smaller living spaces.
The smoked oak finish adds warmth, depth, and a sense of authenticity. It creates a welcoming atmosphere in any interior without appearing heavy. The smoking process enhances the natural grain patterns and subtle variations of the oak.
Since its launch in 2019, the A Line Storage Bench has been a rethinking of a familiar design paradigm, reflecting Jonas Herman’s long-standing admiration for the functionalist traditions of American Shaker furniture.
A Natural Material
The variations of oak
Wood is a natural material, and its appearance is strongly influenced by how the timber is cut from the log. Different cutting methods reveal different parts of the tree’s structure, naturally creating variations in grain pattern, texture and colour. For example, plank-cut oak often shows wider and more vivid grain patterns, while quarter-cut or rift-cut oak creates a calmer and more linear appearance.
These variations are a natural and expected characteristic of solid wood. They are not defects or inconsistencies, but a direct result of the tree’s natural growth and the way the material is processed.
The examples shown here illustrate how differences in cut, structure and surface treatment can influence the final appearance of the wood. At Form & Refine, we embrace these differences as part of the material’s authentic character.
”The stowaway bench is a reinterpretation of a classic and highly versatile piece of furniture. The way in which it opens with a leather strap is an important element of interaction with the bench.”
– Jonas Herman, Herman Studio

























