Postmodern Small ‘La Vuelta’ Desk by Perry King and Santiago Miranda for Akaba, Spain, 1980’s

The ‘La Vuelta’ desk was designed by British designer Perry King and Spanish designer Santiago Miranda in 1986 for the Basque manufacturer Akaba. An iconic postmodern piece, it reflects the playful yet industrial geometry characteristic of King and Miranda’s 1980s designs.

The desk combines burlwood, leather and steel, with distinctive tubular steel legs in chrome-plated and black-lacquered finishes. Inspired by the visual form of bicycle forks, the unusual legs give the desk its recognizable character and dynamic appearance.

With its compact proportions and distinctive construction, the La Vuelta is both a practical desk and a striking example of 1980s Spanish postmodern design.

Why This Desk Stands Out

• Designed by Perry King and Santiago Miranda
• Produced by Akaba, Spain, in 1986
• Iconic La Vuelta model
• Postmodern 1980s design
• Burlwood, leather and steel construction
• Distinctive tubular steel legs
• Chrome-plated and black-lacquered details
• Legs inspired by bicycle forks
• Compact and functional design
• Collectible Spanish postmodern furniture

Specifications & Details

Origin: Spain
Period: 1980s
Year: 1986
Designer: Perry King & Santiago Miranda
Producer: Akaba
Model: La Vuelta
Materials: Burlwood, leather, steel

Dimensions

Length: 80 cm
Depth: 52 cm
Height: 75 cm

Condition

Excellent condition