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.
Ceremonies of Making – The Coffee Ceremony by Designer Hugh Miller
A collection of furniture by British maker and designer Hugh Miller titled 'The Coffee Ceremony', which includes some chairs and tables made from solid British elm wood.
New Feature – A Look at Japanese Woodworking Studio Fujii Works
I’m really pleased to profile the fantastic work of Fujii Works, we sent Japanese photographer Issei Kashiwagi to travel to their studio and take pictures of them crafting their objects by hand.
Plywood Laboratory – Furniture & Objects by Drill Design & Fullswing
Plywood Laboratory is a brand launched in 2016 by manufacturer Takizawa Plywood, who produce functional goods for the home that harness plywood and show the versatility.