You have to see what it does
Naos Quasar Expandable Dining Table in Nashville
A glass dining table with nothing to hide. The synchronized mechanism is visible beneath the top, the extension is built in, and the table grows when the guest list does.
- Visible mechanism
- Integrated extension
- Manual operation
- Remote-control option
The Naos Quasar is an extendable dining table available with glass or ceramic top options. A synchronized mechanism moves the side sections outward while lifting the center extension into place. It is offered in manual and remote-controlled versions, and the glass version keeps the moving mechanism in full view.
See the table in motion
This looks like a dining table. Then the gears start moving.
In this 2 Danes showroom demonstration, the manual table opens with one hand. The side sections move outward as the integrated center extension rises into place.
No loose leaf to lift. No separate panel to carry to a closet. When the table needs to grow, the extension is already where it belongs.
- The manual version is designed for easy one-person operation.
- A remote-controlled version is also available through Naos.
- The glass top lets you see the synchronized mechanism at work.
- The table is demonstrated as moving from everyday seating to a larger gathering.
See the visible mechanism, integrated extension, and one-handed showroom demonstration.
Not just beautiful — functional
Four reasons this table makes people stop and watch
The mechanism is visible
On the glass version, the moving parts become useful sculpture rather than something hidden underneath.
The extension stays with the table
The center section lifts into place, so there is no separate leaf to carry, store, or remember when guests arrive.
One person can operate it
Jan demonstrates the manual version with one hand. The exact feel is something worth trying for yourself.
Remote control is an option
Naos also offers the Quasar with remote-controlled operation for an even more automated opening experience.
How it works
One synchronized movement. More room at the table.
The Quasar does not ask you to wrestle with multiple pieces. Its extension sequence is coordinated inside the table.
Start the opening movement
Operate the manual control or, on the motorized version, use the remote.
The side sections widen
The table expands laterally as the mechanism moves both sides outward.
The center extension rises
The integrated center section lifts into position to complete the larger tabletop.
Six for everyday. More when needed.
A table that changes with the guest list
In the 2 Danes demonstration, this configuration is described as moving from seating about six to seating up to ten.
Actual seating depends on the selected configuration, chair width, elbow room, and how closely guests are spaced. Bring your room measurements—and, ideally, the width of the chairs you plan to use—so the 2 Danes team can help you think through real capacity rather than a number on a screen.
Approximate showroom demonstration
The final count can vary. What matters is how the table, chairs, and room work together.
Useful sculpture
The engineering is part of the room.
The Quasar is a clear glass table, an expandable hosting table, and a mechanical conversation piece at the same time.
That combination is difficult to understand from a product thumbnail. You need to see the mechanism move, stand beside the table at both lengths, and decide how its scale feels in a real space.
Options to ask about
Choose the version that fits the room—and the way you want to use it.
Naos lists the Quasar with glass or ceramic top options, chromed-steel or stratified-glass legs, and manual or remote-controlled operation.
Specific selections available through 2 Danes may depend on the current Naos program and ordering availability. Call or visit to review current details.
Who should see the Quasar?
For people who want the dining room to do more.
You want an everyday table that can make room when more people show up.
You appreciate seeing how a mechanism works—not just reading that a table expands.
You do not want a separate leaf taking up space in a closet, garage, or spare room.
You want a light visual footprint with a design that still gives the room a strong focal point.
You care about appearance, but the piece also has to earn its place through function.
You would rather open the table yourself, check its scale, and compare options before committing.
What you need to see in person
A video shows the movement. The showroom answers the rest.
This is exactly the kind of furniture that deserves more than a product photo.
The opening effort
Operate the manual version and decide whether the movement feels natural to you.
The mechanism up close
Watch how the lateral sections and center extension coordinate as the table grows.
Closed and open scale
Walk around the table at both lengths and picture the surrounding chairs and pathways.
Glass and reflected light
See how the top, mechanism, floor, rug, and room lighting interact in person.
Chair spacing
Test real chair widths rather than relying on a theoretical seating number.
Material and finish choices
Compare the available top, leg, and mechanism directions under showroom lighting.
Design story
Made to turn movement into part of the experience
The Quasar is credited by Naos to D. D'Urbino and P. Lomazzi, in collaboration with A. Casati. Its design does not treat the extension mechanism as a necessary inconvenience. It makes the movement—and the hardware that creates it—part of what gives the table character.
Every piece has a story. This one begins when the tabletop starts to move.
Frequently asked questions
Naos Quasar expandable dining table FAQ
What is the Naos Quasar dining table?
The Quasar is an extendable dining table with a synchronized mechanism that widens the side sections and lifts the integrated center extension. Naos offers it with glass or ceramic top options.
How does the Quasar table expand?
The side sections move outward while the center extension rises into place. The sequence is coordinated by the mechanism inside the table.
Does the extension leaf need to be stored separately?
No separate leaf is used in the showroom demonstration. The center extension is integrated into the table and lifts into position as it opens.
Can one person open the manual table?
The manual table is designed for one-person operation, and Jan demonstrates opening this showroom table with one hand. Because ease can feel different from person to person, try the movement yourself before deciding.
Is there a motorized Quasar table?
Naos states that the Quasar is available with or without remote control. Ask 2 Danes about current motorized ordering options.
How many people can sit at the Quasar?
In the 2 Danes video, this configuration is described as expanding from approximately six to as many as ten seats. Actual capacity depends on chair width, spacing, and the selected table configuration.
What materials are available?
Naos lists glass or ceramic top options and chromed-steel or stratified-glass leg options. Current choices available through 2 Danes should be confirmed before ordering.
Can I see the Naos Quasar in Nashville?
Call 2 Danes at 615-352-6085 before visiting to ask about current showroom availability. The showroom is at 73 White Bridge Road, Suite 109, in Nashville.
How much does the Naos Quasar cost?
Pricing can vary by selected configuration, materials, and mechanism. Contact 2 Danes for current details.
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Come see what it does
Watch the gears. Open the table. Check the scale.
The furniture may be European. The help is local.
Bring room measurements, chair widths, and a few photos of the dining space. The 2 Danes team can help you think through the table at both its everyday and expanded sizes.
Nashville, TN 37205
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