Futagami Brass Household Goods
Metal working and metal objects are quite hard to come by these days, I've not found much that has really grabbed my attention over the past year or so. The problem with these metal items is that it's hard to make something that's got real character and depth to it, usually it's either a silver func
Jens Risom’s Block Island Retreat by Gary Nadeau
Short film has been a little thin on the ground this week for the subjects we typically like to discuss here, so I'm pretty relieved to come across Gary Nadeau's latest project on behalf of Dwell, as they caught up with mid-century maestro Jens Risom. The iconic Danish designer took some time out to
Selection of Imagery from Carlie Armstrong
After highlighting Jennifer Causey and her Brooklyn Makers book the other day I came across another photographer that's passionate about sharing some American creativity. Tonight I thought I'd give her work a showcase here because I'm a big fan of what she's trying to do with her own project and fel
Lifestyle and Product Imagery at Kitanosumaisekkeisha
We're regularly on the lookout for inspiring photography and lifestyle imagery, it's definitely a good reference for us in the shop since it gives us ideas and tips for our own, it's also refreshing to see how objects could be used in different environments. Take for example this shop in Japan that
Miyazaki K Lounge Chair, Designed by Makoto Koizumi
I love getting in touch with small independent companies, it gives me a chance to actually connect in a personal way and also lets them know about our interest in their company. Sometimes we even hope it gives them that extra urge to continue creating, to know that there are people out there who app
Brooklyn Makers by Jennifer Causey
I thought it was about time we returned to the talented Jennifer Causey now as a means of promotion for the fantastic little book she's been curating in Brooklyn which celebrates the districts creativity and independent community. For a while now I've been watching from afar as she's added a taster
Furnishings, Objects and More at Modern Fifty
After my recent book purchase, 'The Unknown Craftsman' written by Soetsu Yanagi which was adapted by Bernard Leach, it's been great to capture the essence of someone who makes by hand. It has also opened my eyes to the relationship between an artisan or designer and the finished product itself. Shou
Ceramic Sculptures by Claire Muckian
The past few weeks have seen a mini influx of ceramic work into the shop, with some remarkable creations from both Japan and here in Europe. Perhaps this has taken the edge off work we've been coming across for the blog as I haven't noted too many functional wares that have really stopped me in my t
New Feature: Interview with Mira Nakashima
We are excited to return with out interview format today, as it's a section of the platform we've missed being involved with given the fact we get the opportunity to connect with so many aspirational individuals. It's had to take a bit of backseat if we're honest as we've looked to move the site for
Short Film on Photographer Harry Taylor
Whenever possible I try to bring across a short film to highlight an individuals work because I think you really get an overall sense of what both they and their project are all about. Just being able to hear in their voice and visualise the intricate processes involved goes a long way in decipheri
Functional Items by SAITO WOOD
It wasn’t that long ago that I entered another small business into the archive named M.Saito Wood Works, and today it’s quite ironic that I’m placing another in called SAITO WOOD, which is quite close but not exactly the same. To be honest they’re on different sides of the spectrum but they
Collection of work from Kristine Five Melvær
An overriding theme we often see here, and I'm sure many of you have noted previously, is the battle of the Japanese influence that we have going on. We are constantly amazed and blown away by the quality of craftsmanship this part of the world presents, I think their is definitely more onus within