Visually appealing design is always nice to see, but sometime’s it’s skin-deep. That’s why craft is so underrated, the subtle change over time and the inconsistencies matches with…
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New at OEN Shop – Glassware Handcrafted by Saki Fujimoto
Just a quick update this week to let you know that we have now updated our selection of tableware handmade by glass artist Saki Fujimoto. We introduced Saki…
Read MoreNew at OEN Shop – A Selection of Woodwork by Chitose
Craft does have some limits. One of course is the material of choice. There are only so many applications of a certain material, with the characteristics and properties…
Read MoreAuthentic Solutions – Furniture Design by London Studio Mentsen
A common misconception is that design is the process of crafting the centre of attention, when in reality it’s the important process of creating a world in which…
Read MoreNew at OEN Shop – Handmade Vases by Japanese Studio Vaseman
Vase C1 by Vaseman at OEN Shop A beautiful stoneware vase series handmade in Japan. This project titled ‘Vaseman’ was founded by the Japanese designers at 3rd Ceramics…
Read MoreNew at OEN Shop – Tableware by Japanese Woodworker Takeshi Oike
Woodworker Takeshi Oike has combined his background as an engineer and architect to found Mujina Woodwork in 2016. Here he crafts functional woodworks that are simple but full…
Read MoreRediscovering Tradition – Charred Vase Series by Origin
Origin is an art and design collective who have made it their mission to keep the traditional forms of fabrication alive. Based in Portugal, the group of designers…
Read MoreDrawing from Within – Circle Glasses by Designer Milena Kling
There is something very soothing about a circle. Its shape is a sign of infinity and there is perfection in the roundness of the design. Milena Kling incorporates…
Read MoreNew at OEN – Ceramic Teapots & Cups by Nankei Pottery
Sencha 150 Teapot White by Nankei We are pleased to announce that our first shipment of work by Nankei has now arrived and we will start shipping them…
Read MoreA Sense of Simplicity – Lighting Design by In Common With
One of the most overlooked elements of any room is the lighting. Lighting plays a crucial role, setting the tone of an interior space and is a deal…
Read MoreNew at OEN Shop – Indigo Dyed Trays by Mori Kougei
Indigo Dyeing at the Mori Kougei Workshop I paid homage to indigo and its properties in OEN Issue 2. On a visit to highly regarded indigo-dyer Toshiharu Furusho’s…
Read MoreNew at OEN Shop – Functional Woodwork by Sanobe Sangyo
We’ve been trying out best to represent smaller workshops and highlight more makers in the shop. The slight downside is the lead time and the shipping from different…
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