Metal Netted Objects by Kanaami-Tsuji
When searching for new and interesting craftsman, I use my knowledge of the internet and some translation tools to find unique creatives from abroad, most notably Japan. I'm drawn to their style for mainly two reasons, tradition and authenticity. I also like the fact that objects, and design in gene
The Objects Collection by Kaikado
How I've not showcased Kaikado before I don't know, considering they've been a company that I've admired for a long while now. Actually, I've seen other websites run articles on them recently so I didn't feel like pulling across the same old imagery would be that exciting, as it would be just duplic
Japanese Lacquerware at TOKI no KUMO
Japanese gallery and craft store TOKI no KUMO has been a favourite destination of mine to visit, in fact I've wrote about them a few times previously here on the site. I usually check back every so often to see their progress as a store and get an eyeful of the interesting selection of products that
Works by Japanese Ceramic Artist Shinobu Hashimoto
These past two days I’ve featured a couple of inspiring individuals on the blog that I happened to run into over the weekend. Maybe I should give this out and about ‘design hunting’ more of a go in the future! Today I decided to select some inspiring work by Japanese ceramic artist Shinobu Has
Short Film on Lacquer Artist Masaru Nishimura
After an assortment of topics being discussed here on the blog this week, it seemed nice to switch it up a little and watch an experienced lacquer artist at work. I thought it might give some context to the items that we already have in the shop, particularly the lacquerware by husband and wife duo
The Obayashi Collection, A Tour of Takeo Obayashi’s Yu-un Guesthouse
We’ve been extremely spoilt here on the site with different documentaries and short films, today I’m taking the time to showcase another one thanks to Philip Dolin of Particle Productions, the man behind the Collections series for VIP Art. One that caught my attention was a piece on ‘The Obaya
Nido in Japan
Nido is a project by designer and creative Julieta Racket who, through collaboration with women from several Argentine provinces, creates knitwear made from 100% sheep wool. The wool that they use comes from Merino and Corriedale sheep, with it being spun and dyed completely by hand. The quality of
Utsushi – The Search for Katsuhira’s Tiger
To say I had my mind blown by a short documentary this weekend would be an understatement. I woke up early and this inspiring piece fell right in to my lap, I'm so glad I gave it a chance and watched it all the way through. I've been thinking about it most of the day, so hopefully you'll feel the sa
Architectural Photography by Ippei Shinzawa
When it comes to architecture most just snoop around design firms websites, checking out the houses and admiring the images in different portfolios. But I seem to find myself looking more and more at the credits section where they associate each photographer with a specific house or collection of ph
Breathing Earth – Susumu Shingu’s Dream by Thomas Riedelsheimer
Coming across sculptors doesn't happen as frequently as one might think, which is weird since I'm always on the lookout for them. So, on a whim I decided to revisit an artist that I've researched before but didn't have much luck stringing a post together at the time, the path went a bit stale in ter
Paper & Tea, Berlin
I love coming across shops that are on the same wavelength as our own. Some may see this as a conflict of interest, but I see it as supporting a certain thinking pattern and lifestyle that we admire. The more people that get involved and become aware of crafts and design in general, the greater amou
Vases and Tableware by Japanese Maker Keiichi Tanaka
One individual that I’ve had my beady little eye on is Japanese maker Keiichi Tanaka, who I happened to write about last year alongside fellow Japanese creator Aya Omachi. So as I was searching for more information, also hoping that I’d run across new work I hadn’t seen before, it seemed to be
