Embracing Change: OEN’s Exciting New Journey Begins in Japan – July 2023 Patreon Update
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Nature’s Dance – Glass Artistry of Michèle Oberdieck
Stepping into the creative realm of Michèle Oberdieck is to immerse oneself in an enchanting dance of colour, form, and light. Oberdieck, a distinguished glass artist and Royal College of Art alumnus, translates the delicate beauty of organic shapes into mesmerising glassworks. Drawing inspiration
TIMELESS – Wassily Chair by Marcel Breuer
At the youthful age of 24, during his remarkable tenure at the Bauhaus school, Marcel Breuer set about creating a piece of furniture that would fundamentally alter our understanding of design – the Wassily Chair. Designed in 1925, this chair wasn’t just a seating object; it was a revolut
Wood Transformed – Pendants by Tamasine Osher
From her extensive travels and the dichotomy of rural serenity and urban structure, Tamasine Osher has conceived the exceptional series of Wood Pendants. These hanging adornments, echoing the contours of inverted wooden bowls, are the products of Osher’s insightful interaction with natural mat
Layered Elegance – Plywood Laboratory’s Woodwork
We’re spotlighting the innovative PLYWOOD Laboratory based in Hokkaido, Japan. This dedicated team merges traditional techniques and modern design aesthetics, creating pieces that blend natural wood with vibrant colours for unique functionality and artistic charm. The ‘Villa Document Tra
Illuminating Intricacy – Netting Baskets by Dahye Jeong
The artistry of Dahye Jeong, winner of the 2022 Loewe Foundation Craft Prize, speaks volumes of South Korea’s rich but diminishing tradition of horsehair craft. Going beyond mere preservation, Jeong breathes new life into this ancient art form with her contemporary interpretation, a feat that
New at OEN – Rêverie Mobile by Tempo
Immerse yourself in the tranquil beauty of the “Rêverie” mobile, an enchanting kinetic sculpture by Japanese design company, Mother Tool. Artfully constructed from numerous leaf-shaped wood pieces suspended on a string, “Rêverie” soothes the eye and sparks playful curiosity
Timeless – Tranquil Abstractions of Agnes Martin
As we continue our exploration of timeless art and design, we turn our attention to a remarkable figure – Agnes Martin. A master of abstraction, Martin’s work reflects an exceptional balance between simplicity and profundity, characterised by an intense focus on subtle variations of light, t
Echoes of Nature – Landscape Art by KHJ Studio
Bridging the divide between nature and urban life, traditional craftsmanship and contemporary design, KHJ Studio, led by Kim HyunJoo, presents a harmonious blend of art, craft, and sustainability. Her enchanting ‘Landscape’ series, a collection of stone sculptures that mimic the serene c
Unfolding Beauty – The Art of Kuniko Maeda
Meet Kuniko Maeda, a London-based Japanese artist whose explorations in paper artistry are a tribute to sustainable design and cultural heritage. With a deep respect for the inherent beauty of materials, Kuniko elegantly fuses traditional Japanese craft techniques with digital technology to create u
New at OEN – ARAS’s Wave Dishes
There is a subtle rhythm when dining with ARAS’s Wave Dishes. A harmonious blend of artistry and resilience. The genius behind ARAS, Erika Mizukami, has reimagined resin tableware, presenting a collection that withstands the test of time. Crafted in Kaga City, these dishes celebrate Tritan res
Timeless – The Eames House Bird
On our voyage across the spectrum of timeless design, we now pause at an iconic silhouette – the Eames House Bird. Originating from the creative minds of Charles and Ray Eames, this bird is not merely a decorative object, but a symbol of the Eames’ distinctive approach to design – one