Balancing Forms – Shigehiro Kadena
Today we highlight the captivating craftsmanship of Japanese woodworker Shigehiro Kadena. Based in Tokyo, Kadena’s creations are a testament to his artistic sensitivity and innate connection with wood. His pieces, ranging from geometrically precise designs to organic, flowing curves, are a dan
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
Timeless – The Eames House Bird
On our voyage across the spectrum of timeless design, we now pause at an iconic silhouette – the Eames House Bird. Originating from the creative minds of Charles and Ray Eames, this bird is not merely a decorative object, but a symbol of the Eames’ distinctive approach to design – one
Molecular Narratives – Ceramic Sculpture by Abid Javed
In the heart of East London, where the bustling cityscape meets the tranquillity of Hackney Marshes, Abid Javed, a molecular biologist turned ceramic artist, crafts his stunning pieces. Born in Hong Kong and raised across Lahore and Manchester, Abid’s multicultural upbringing permeates his wor
Embracing Imperfection – Ceramics by The Clay Assemblage
The Clay Assemblage, a collection of ceramics founded by Bilgin Bernard in 2020, presents an intriguing array of quirky sculptures that captivate the senses and draw one’s attention to their raw beauty. With each piece embodying a unique essence, the intricate details and delightful imperfecti
Aesthetically Minimal – Red Oak Circuit by Sara Martinsen
Sara Martinsen has been on my radar for a while now. Her use of natural materials, especially found materials, is quite exceptional and makes her work stand out from the pack. This particular piece titled ‘Red Oak Circuit’ is a unique sculpture that has the concept of using underutilized
Order & Disorder – Glass Sculpture by Lene Bodker
It feels as though there’s something symbolic about nature’s representation in the world of art. It’s been a common theme since the start of time and still intrigues us today. When we are born, millions of organisms and bacteria inhabit our bodies and continue to do so until we pass. Nature ca
Weightlessness – Paper Work by Studio Frederik Gustav
Often in design, the most simple-looking object can be the most complex. There is a real art to this concept of “filtering down”, where only the essential is left to shine through. An artwork or object with exquisite composition and proportion requires enormous amounts of work and small
Examining Space – Ceramic Sculpture by Jane McKenzie
Exploring space in design is a whole sub-category in itself, especially in architecture. Of course, you have open spaces, connecting spaces, and even negative spaces, all these small intricacies make or break the cohesiveness of a work. I was drawn to the work of Australian artist Jane McKenzie for
New at OEN Shop – Fresh Stacking Block Colour Ways
We are pleased to introduce these two new Stacking Block variants by Japanese design studio A4. By using the skills of the talented woodworkers in the area of Yoshino, each set is carefully bevelled by hand from a mixture of natural wood to produce sculptural play objects for the home. Explore the c
Crumpled Landscapes – Ceramics by Anna Maria Øfstedal Eng
Product designer and sculptor Anna Maria Øfstedal Eng stood out with her quirky stoneware vase series titled Uben. Inspired by the organic silhouettes found in nature, Anna has used stilt-like legs that angle in and have a crumbled surface to mimic the feeling of tree stumps or a mountainous landsc
Sensorial Sculpture – The Stoneware Ritual by Kaja Dahl
Norwegian artist Kaja Dahl uses materials with opposite properties, such as porcelain and rock, to create abstract sculptures that connect us to the world of rituals. At the same time, her unconventional yet balanced compositions make us think of nature’s capricious formations and invite us to not
