taras yoom’s sculptural backgammon set reflects rhythm of play through colors and patterns

Taras Yoom designs a sculptural backgammon set

Bangkok-based artist Taras Yoom introduces Another Kingdom, the first backgammon set in the Yoomoota gaming line. Expanding on his earlier chess series, the project continues the narrative of two opposing kingdoms, serving as a metaphorical exploration of human history.

This edition transforms backgammon into a sculptural object, where checkers and dice represent the interplay of chance and strategy. The collection consists of 21 handcrafted sets, produced through a combination of advanced and traditional processes, including 3D printing with photopolymer plastic, molding, sculpting, polymer casting, manual finishing, and acrylic detailing. Materials range from acrylic and metals to plastics and silicone. Each piece is embedded with an NFC chip that certifies authenticity and records ownership.

Another Kingdom’s pattern reflects the rhythm of play

Artist Taras Yoom’s design reflects the structure of the game itself. The backgammon board serves as the focal point, with its inner pattern expressing the rhythm of play, while markings on the lid allude to the influence of randomness. The sculptural checkers are conceived as miniature artworks, following precise paths across the board yet subject to disruption with every roll of the dice.

A custom metal stand elevates the work into an independent interior object, balancing its functional role with its role as a collectible design piece. Through this synthesis of materiality, craftsmanship, and game mechanics, Another Kingdom underscores the dualities of order and chance that define both play and lived experience. The project will be available for pre-order online and is set to premiere at PAD London from October 14th to 19th, 2025.

project info:

name: Another Kingdom

designer: Taras Yoom (Yoomoota) | @yoomoota

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