Fresh off the CNC: Parametric Bench A-7 | 1-Hour Cut Time, Sculptural Look

The photo shows the Parametric Bench A-7 model we just finished in the shop. My goal was to create not just a functional piece of furniture, but a sculptural aesthetic that stands out even in luxury spaces.

I kept the assembly logic highly practical; no messy glue-ups or complex hidden screws—you just stack the layers using threaded rods and nuts.

Quick Tech Notes:

• Material & Thickness: I designed this for 12mm (1/2") material. It works beautifully with raw MDF, veneered MDF, solid wood, or plywood. It's also very suitable for painting. (You can also cut it using 18mm / 3/4" material; the overall depth of the bench will just increase slightly).

• Production Time: Takes about 1 hour of cut time on the CNC.

• Dimensions & Nesting: I prepared the files in 3 different sizes (Small, Medium, Large) and included both Metric (MM) and Imperial (Inch) versions so makers around the world can easily cut it. The one in the photo is the Large version, nested on 4 standard sheets (1220x2440mm / 48x96").

What wood grain or paint color do you think would suit this shape best? I’d love to hear your thoughts, as well as the bits and cutting strategies you’d use for a piece like this in the comments.

You can check out all the details and get the cutting files here: 🔗Parametric Bench A-7 Project Page

Happy making!