The Merge Series – Painting and Furniture by Okkim Studio
Okkim draws upon her Korean heritage to present a contemporary approach to the traditional practice of lacquering objects for decoration and longevity. Known as Ottchil, the process involves layering natural resin from lacquer trees onto an object, resulting in stunningly beautiful surface qualities
A Quiet Beauty – Ceramics by Warner Walcott of Magnolia
Warner Walcott had worked extensively in the fields of fashion and publishing before the founding of Magnolia Ceramics in 2009. Based in Southern California, he now puts his expert eye to work crafting vessels characterised by clean lines, gently angular transitions, and thin, graceful necks leading
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
New 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 guiding a specific purpose. Not necessarily a negative, but this does explain why we see so many forms that are very similar. Chito
New 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 in 2020. The concept of this series being to show the dramatic colours and beautiful flowing forms of the pottery made i
New 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 of character. Oike does not try to hide or mask the marks left by his chisel. Each one is incorporated in to the design, usi
Rediscovering 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 and artisans prioritise the unique quality of objects made by hand over the mass production employed by large name brands. Founded by de
New at OEN Shop – Cutlery by Lue Brass Industrial Now Available
We previously highlighted our new shipment arriving from Japanese metalworker Ruka Kikuchi of Lue Brass. His ‘Industrial Design’ collection has now come in to stock and we are shipping these out in 1-2 days from our studio. Ruka worked closely with a local metalworking studio in Japan to
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
New 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 out this week to all of those who pre-ordered. These wonderful works are something to marvel at. So light and exquisitely accurate in their productio
A 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 breaker even if the visitor or home owner isn’t aware. In Common With lighting have been carefully designed to project the beam of light to the ap
New 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 studio he taught me the history behind indigo and how it is vital to the Tokushima area in Japan. So when I discovered the work of fell