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Studio Visit – Nicole Patel

Studio Visit – Nicole Patel

Written by Angélique Chmielewski

Recently we spent an afternoon visiting our friend and talented artist, Nicole Patel, at her home in Nyack, about an hour from New York City. We came back feeling inspired…

Motifs in Japanese Design

Motifs in Japanese Design

Written by Stevenson Aung

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…

Memories of Japan

Memories of Japan

Written by Stevenson Aung

Here’s a bit more of a look into our latest trip to Japan. It was jam-packed but I just wanted to share some highlights outside of our Naoshima trip. I was able…

Naoshima – The “Art Island”

Naoshima – The “Art Island”

Written by Angélique Chmielewski

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

NYC Design Week 2015

Written by Stevenson Aung

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

In Boxes – Exhibition Recap

Written by Angélique Chmielewski

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 – Exhibition of Japanese Craft Boxes – May 13-17

Written by Angélique Chmielewski

  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…

Behind the Scenes at Jicon

Behind the Scenes at Jicon

Written by Stevenson Aung

As promised, here is a recap of my visit to the Jicon showroom and studio – one of the highlights of my latest trip to Japan! Jicon was created as…

The Man Behind the Brand: Mr. Toshihiro Futagami

The Man Behind the Brand: Mr. Toshihiro Futagami

Written by Stevenson Aung

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…

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