Art, Utility, & Nature – Vanfall by Jin Kuramoto
Vannfall, the exquisite water jug designed by the talented Japanese designer Jin Kuramoto, is a testament to the fusion of artistry and functionality. Jin Kuramoto, who founded his design studio in Tokyo in 2018, has brought his distinctive and innovative design philosophy to various domains, from f
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
Now Available – Ripple Paperweights
Our beautiful handmade glass paperweights are handcrafted in Nagano by the talented glass artist Rie Furukawa. Rie takes inspiration from the landscape to create unique and stunning pieces, using a deep, radiant tone that is achieved through a process of mechanical polishing. By choosing to polish o
Holding Sunshine – Glass Sculpture by Rui Sasaki
The field of glass is so intriguing considering the many properties that this fascinating material holds. Opacity, colour blending, surface textures, and much more make up a piece of glass design. With that in mind, crafting a cohesive piece of work requires so many different elements to come togeth
Microscopic Forms – Glass Objects by Kari Mølstad
Norwegian artist and designer Kari Mølstad creates organic-looking functional and decorative glass objects that mimic nature’s tangible and microscopic forms. Kari’s practice is characterized by her ongoing experimentation with different glass blowing and cutting techniques, including her innov
Forms of Alchemy – Glass Objects by Massimo Micheluzzi
Massimo Micheluzzi was born in Venice, where he currently lives and works, and has built an international reputation for is glass objects. His work is featured in private collections of museums from around the world, including The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York, The Corning Museum of Glass,
New at OEN Shop – Glassware by Rie Furukawa of matsurica
There’s something mesmerising about flat matte tones and how they have the ability to draw the eye in. Those shiny surfaces are nice, but it’s often hard to create a strong bond with an object that reflects in such a manner. Rie Furukawa of matsurica, a Japanese glass working studio in T
Architectural Glass Fantasies – Sculptural Objects by Stine Bidstrup
There’s something so appealing about approaching an object from an architectural standpoint. Of course the overall idea of building something from scratch is the basis of all creative pursuit, conjuring something of beauty from just raw material. There’s nothing more magical than that. T
New at OEN Shop – Pre Order Glassware by Yuki Osako
Just sending a quick update to make you aware of some new pieces arriving by talented Japanese glass artist Yuki Osako. Yuki’s work has been sold out for a while, so make sure you have a browse and pre-order if anything is of interest. The ‘Deep Cut Dish’, ‘Deep Glass CupR
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 Fujimoto’s work last year and have delivered her beautiful glassware all around the globe from her studio located in Toyama, Japan. Each
Drawing 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 circular shapes into her tableware to bring a geometric look to modern and traditional settings. Milena Kling is a Berlin designer that c
Making Marks – Sculptural Glassware by Design Studio GUAXS
You know I am a sucker for any objects where you can see the marks left by the maker! To see the connection to the craftsman and the process of construction makes for a totally different atmosphere. You can’t help but appreciate the hard work and dedication and think more deeply about the obje
