claesson koivisto rune: kin urushi candleholder for tohoku region earthquake

the air purification system is made from recyclable glass and steel. the design integrates all the technology and features in a compact shell.   

the colorful pendant light has flaring branches at different angles, modulating the light and thus creating dynamic shadows. 

built from 2208 individual loose 3D printed nylon plastic parts, the precision distances between the links result in a final object that is soft, and can almost be described as having the feel of a textile fabric.

a triangular table reminiscent of cake can be placed in different formations, creating a flexible surface area.

the stone chair is detailed by 16 ticking clocks, reminding the individual that they too are subject to the passage of time.

with exposed interlocking side panels, the chairs can connect to one another, becoming a single continuous seat.

since 1816 japanese gyokusendo has been producing hand-hammered copperware in tsubame city (niigata prefecture). during tokyo designers week, the company presents its historic collection and contemporary pieces b...

in the japanese edo era, canisters were made from tin were a commonplace means of storage for tea. it was kiyosuke who first designed the tin tea caddy and made it into a commercially available item.

'join' consists of a series of three space-dividers made using tategu, a traditional craft of japanese wood joinery.