Raw steel legs with that distinctive angular geometry pair beautifully with solid oak, creating real visual tension—the 5mm panel gaps add breathing room and prevent it from reading as one solid block. It's genuinely versatile: works as extra seating in a living room, a hallway statement piece, or even a compact dining solution in smaller homes. The oak will develop character over time, while the steel stays intentionally raw. Fair warning: raw steel will patina and needs occasional wiping to manage fingerprints if that bothers you.