YC1 Chair by Mikiya Kobayashi
This sleek and functional design from Japanese designer Mikiya Kobayashi is an unconventional take on…
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The Funambule Chair
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Chocolate LEGO Bricks by Akihiro Mizuuchi
This sweet design began as part of a Valentine’s Day tradition among Japanese designer Akihiro…
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Updating the Ancient Art of Japanese Ceramics
Since 1879, Kutani Choemon has crafted exquisite porcelain in Ishikawa, Japan. Handmade in the kutani…
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Japanese Home Connected to Nature
The Krampon House in Hyogo, Japan is a two-story home by Shogo Aratani Architect &…
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Small Family House with a View
House Y by Kurashitokenchiku is a small family house in Japan. The front of the…
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Nendo’s Scale Watch Inspired by Rulers
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Envelope Boat Shoes by Nendo for Tod’s
Aptly called “Envelope,” these boat shoes were created by Nendo for Tod’s Envelope, an Italian…
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Tropical Bucket Hat by END and Journal Standard
Collaboratively designed by END and Journal Standard, this bucket hat is covered with tropical flowers….
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SS14 Backpack by White Mountaineering and Porter
The 2800 Denier Nylon Backpack is a durable and water-resistant design collaboratively developed by White…
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Bloom Helmet
Designed by Japanese brand Toyo Safety, the Bloom Helmet is a collapsible hard hat for…
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Fondue Slippers by Satsuki Ohata
Satsuki Ohata’s Fondue Slippers are made by dipping one’s feet in colorful PVC and give…
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Brother’s House in Japan by Hiroshi Kuno + Associates
The Brother’s House by Hiroshi Kuno + Associates is built into a hillside in Otaru…
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HYGGE 2204 Chronograph Watch
New from Hygge, the 2204 Chronograph is a Japanese watch with minimalist, Scandinavian style. The…
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Fashion Lover’s Apartment Renovation
Airhouse Design Office renovated this 40-year-old concrete apartment in Nagoya, Japan. Notably, the industrial space…
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Magne-Hinge Glasses by Nendo
Presented by Nendo at Milan Design Week, the Magne-Hinge glasses fasten with magnets instead of…
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Bambi Chair: A Little Friend from the Forest
Italian journalist Elena Cattaneo is reporting on Design Week from Milan. This is her first…
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Yayoi Kusama’s Dreams in Technicolor
This psychedelic garden is part of A Dream I Dreamed, a touring exhibition of work…
