New at OEN Shop – Perfect Instance Mobile by Tempo
One of my favourite pieces from Japanese workshop Tempo is the Perfect Instance mobile that comes in a blue and orange colour. This mobile is composed of two anodised aluminium plates. One has been placed horizontally and the other vertically so that the plates intersect. A metal bar separates the t
New at OEN Shop – Textured Dishes by Mushimegane Books
I have always admired the work of Japanese artist Misa Kumabuchi of Mushimegane Books. The concept for Misa’s project revolves around people and sounds, with the pots being made as a reflection of the earth’s surface and nature in general. This work has simplicity but at the same time a
New in the Shop – Woodwork by Akiko Ken Made
Anyone following our Instagram account would have seen our newest selection of work from Akiko Ken Made. I have always admired founders Akiko and Ken’s eye for timeless, minimalistic design. Their new piece titled ‘Paper Hotel’ is crafted from cherry wood and has a linoleum interio
New in the Shop – Mellow Vases by Hattern Studio
Hattern, meaning Happy Pattern, is a studio under the art direction of Jae Yang working between Seoul and Milan. The ‘Mellow Collection’ is a series of Acrylic objects that use both blurred and clear surfaces in a variety of colour gradients. The inspiration behind these objects is the work of 1
New in the Shop – Ebony RaysTray by Mori Kougei
Today we profile the wonderful RaysTray made from ebony wood by Mori Kougei. Handcrafted in Japan by Hiroyuki Mori, Mori Kougei uses the traditional skill of inlaying thin sheets of wood to create these striking functional objects for the home. The deep, dark colour of the ebony has hints of purple
New in the Shop – Horn Tableware by Hornvarefabrikken
Founded in 1935, Hornvarefabrikken – The Hornware Factory – was set up by Peter Husted, a craftsman and visionary with great ambitions. He designed and made many of the spoons and tableware that are still sold by Hornvarefabrikken today. In 2007 designer and maker Sara Brunn Buch acquired Hornva
The Art of Tsukiita – A Short Film on Japanese Studio Mori Kougei
It’s very difficult to showcase the hard work and dedication that goes on behind the scenes to craft exquisite works of art through imagery alone. Japanese woodworking studio Mori Kougei has multiple facets to their making process that are note-worthy. This new short film does a great job of break
Free Shipping Worldwide – Wooden Stacking Blocks by A4
For a limited time only the popular Wooden Stacking Blocks by Japanese studio A4 are eligible to be shipped worldwide for free! Each set is handcrafted by woodworkers in Nara, Japan where they make sure they perfectly balance in this free-form manner. Construct them in various formations and see wha
New at OEN Shop – Japanese Ceramics by Potter Makoto Asebi
Looking for classic but contemporary pottery? Look no further than Makoto Asebi’s work produced at his studio in Kamakura, a city located just outside of Tokyo. Makoto is able to achieve this unique matte surface by applying a white slip and firing at a high temperature. The resulting finish i
New at OEN Shop – Browse our Gift Guide for Holiday 2021
Today we have released our updated Gift Guide for this upcoming holiday season that highlights all of the works in the shop that will be sent out immediately from our studio. There are some perfect gifts waiting for you. All of the pieces in this collection are shipped via FedEx and will arrive in a
New at OEN Shop – Minimalist Vases by Nozomi Fujii
We are blessed to share these new ceramic forms by Nozomi Fujii that just came in to stock over the last week. Nozomi’s style is ultimately minimalist, with her sharp forms that do all the talking. Each piece is made one by one on the pottery wheel at Nozomi Fujii’s location in Shizuoka.
New at OEN – A Look Inside the Mothertool Workshop in Japan
Today we showcase new photos captured inside the Mothertool Workshop in Japan who specialise in making the Tempo mobile series that has become a hit in our shop. It’s always nice to see inside these studios and understand the skill and dedication that goes in to crafting each piece. Mothertool
