Design
Motifs in Japanese Design
Symbols and motifs have always been an integral part of Japanese aesthetics, both in traditional and modern designs. These symbols can be found integrated in many of the items found…
Naoshima – The “Art Island”
We recently got back from Japan and have been trying to adjust to the time difference for a good two weeks but I guess after a certain extent you can…
NYC Design Week 2015
There are always so many great design events going on this time of the year with NYCxDESIGN in full force. In between our own ‘In Boxes’ exhibition, Angy and I…
In Boxes – Exhibition Recap
Our In Boxes exhibition ran last week during NYCxDESIGN! We had such a great time sharing all the unique and magical containers that we’ve accumulated over the years during the…
In Boxes – Exhibition of Japanese Craft Boxes – May 13-17
In Boxes – An Exhibition of Japanese Craft Boxes Boxes… they come in various shapes, textures, colors and materials. We use boxes in large and small scales on a…
The Man Behind the Brand: Mr. Toshihiro Futagami
I first came across the works of Futagami several years ago through pictures showcasing sets of bottle openers and trivets. I instantly connected with them. The minimal, circular and cutout shapes…
Kenroku-en Garden
I had such a wonderful time visiting the Kenroku-en Garden in Kanazawa and came home with so many photos that I thought the outing deserved a post on its own. I…
Traces of Japan
I recently made a trip to Japan to visit a few craftsmen and catch up on a couple projects we have in the works for Nalata Nalata. When I landed…
KUMU Exhibition Recap
This past weekend we held a three-day exhibition entitled Kumu at Nalata Nalata. Oji Masanori and Daisuke Tsumanuma and Kenichi Yamada of 10¹² Terra flew in from Japan for the…