atelier takagi: simple machines

atelier takagi is part of the japanese selection of contemporary design production in designboom’scurated exhibition ‘asia now‘, a show at dwell on design in los angeles, from june 25th – 27th, 2010. if you’re in the area, stop by and visit us!

‘simple machines’ series

atelier takagi (jonah takagi) has designed a collection of benches, stools and tables for new american manufacturing company mattermade. made from white ash, ‘simple machines’ is a series of customizable surfaces and legs that utilize one material and one assembly technique. the pieces are a deliberate expression of utility, as parts are married, fasteners and components disappear. the series flat packs for easy shipping and legs are available in two sizes and can be interchanged according to your needs.

tall stool 11.75” x 16”

short stool 11.75” x 12”

short stool and tall square table 11.75” x 12” / 18.9” x 18.9” x 16”

short square table 18.9” x 18.9” x 12”

bench 49.5” x 11.75” x 12” or 16”

round table 30.6” x 12”or 16”