New at OEN Shop – Handcrafted Walnut, Cherry & Oak Tea Boxes by Fujii Works
In our last shipment from Fujii Works we tested the waters in regards to stocking their new tea containers, but thanks to their popularity we asked Kenichi and Minako Fujii if could make some more.
New at OEN Shop – Quirky & Characterful Woodwork from Studio KUKU
When we saw the collection of woodworks made by Studio KUKU we were drawn in by the quirkiness mixed with the functionality and wanted to represent them here in the shop.
Used In Combination – Vessels by Norwegian Designer Ann Kristin Einarsen
Norwegian artist and designer Ann Kristin Einarsen has a background in visual art but has transitioned a lot of this knowledge over to her functional design work. Here we present some imagery.
New at OEN Shop – Handmade Cutlery and Trays by Taisuke Hirabayashi
A fresh arrival of beautiful handmade wooden cutlery and trays by Taisuke Hirabayashi, the maker and craftsman at woodworking studio Atelier Tree Song in Tokyo, Japan.
In the Heart of Aizu – Short Film on Urushi Craftsmen by Taylor Hawkins
The fantastic short film by Seattle-based filmmaker Taylor Hawkins explores the work made by a series of talented lacquer craftsman in Aizuwakamatsu, a city in Fukushima Prefecture, Japan.
New Maker at OEN Shop – Wooden Vessels and Trays by Toru Sugimura
Toru Sugimura, a new Japanese maker who we are now stocking at OEN shop, makes tableware, accessories and furniture at his studio called Knot Wood Works in Ryugasaki, Ibaraki Prefecture.
Updated OEN Feature – Behind the Scenes at TRUCK Furniture in Osaka, Japan
We used a bit of down time to update our feature on TRUCK Furniture, showcasing photos from our trip to Japan where we visited the workshop, showroom and cafe late last year.
New at OEN Shop – Objects by Japanese Woodworkers Studio KUKU
New works in OEN shop by Studio KUKU who make characterful pieces of design by hand, they look to use their hands to make sure each piece fits comfortably and can be used on a daily basis.
Traditional Techniques – Contemporary Handmade Furniture by Jakob Jørgensen
Jacob Jorgensen is unique because his furniture uses traditional woodworking techniques in new and innovative ways to create modern looking furniture that is sure to stand the test of time.
Divided Self – A Selection of Sculptures & Wooden Objects by Eske Rex
Sculptures designed by Danish creative Eske Rex, who is based in Copenhagen. They are works where architecture, art, design and craft are all intertwined to make intriguing installations.
The Language of Architecture – Free Standing Sculptures by Matt Paweski
These unique free standing sculptures by American creative Matt Paweski are small and come in groups, but experiment in the space of sculpture, painting, and architecture.
New at OEN Shop – Chopsticks and Lacquer Lunch Boxes by Maiko Okuno
This new selection of works by Japanese woodworker Maiko Okuno includes some pieces which were an off shoot from her last, as well as a few restocks of items that sold out in the shop.