johannes hemann adapts nepalese mold in 1000and1 lokta paper series
the project interprets the original way of making nepalese lokta paper, where the sheets are created by pulling them through a frame.
johannes hemann adapts nepalese mold in 1000and1 lokta paper series
all images courtesy of johannes hemann
the ‘1000and1 lokta paper’ series is a collection of products by german designer johannes hemann that interprets traditional mold techniques from nepal. the project, assisted by sarah augé follows the original way of making nepalese lokta paper, where sheets are created by pulling them through a frame – an adapted structure with straws developed in order to produce the three dimensional shapes.
the products are constructed by making an impression mark of the desired object, such as a vase or a bottle. following this the device is taken to a basin with the lokta pulp and the paper shape pulled through. the technique enables a variety of different items to be created, with each side producing interesting patterns.
1000and1 lokta paper collection
pink candy box
green candy box
pencil box
fruit bowl
mug box
perfume box
during the construction process
side view of the straw mold
top view of the straw mold
designboom has received this project from our ‘DIY submissions‘ feature, where we welcome our readers to submit their own work for publication. see more project submissions from our readers here.
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