New at OEN Shop – A Selection of Woodwork by Chitose
Craft does have some limits. One of course is the material of choice. There are only so many applications of a certain material, with the characteristics and properties guiding a specific purpose. Not necessarily a negative, but this does explain why we see so many forms that are very similar. Chito
Authentic Solutions – Furniture Design by London Studio Mentsen
A common misconception is that design is the process of crafting the centre of attention, when in reality it’s the important process of creating a world in which balance prevails. If the object is too showy there must be a harmony to counter balance. Then, with each element maintaining its pro
New at OEN Shop – Tableware by Japanese Woodworker Takeshi Oike
Woodworker Takeshi Oike has combined his background as an engineer and architect to found Mujina Woodwork in 2016. Here he crafts functional woodworks that are simple but full of character. Oike does not try to hide or mask the marks left by his chisel. Each one is incorporated in to the design, usi
New at OEN Shop – Handcrafted Lacquerware by Tomoaki Nakano
Exquisite Japanese Lacquerware by Japanese Craftsman Tomoaki Nakano After the rare arrival of Fumihiro Toda’s pottery we now have a special release of lacquerware by Tomoaki Nakano. We have represented Tomoaki for many years now, but due to his popularity in Japan taking part in many big exhib
Abstract Landscape – Furniture & Objects by Elisaossino Design
Elisa Ossino is a Sicilian architect and designer with an appreciation for elegant geometry found in natural materials. Her ‘Abstract Landscape’ series is a collection of unique furniture sculptures made from Abonos: wood that has been preserved for hundreds or even thousands of years in
New at OEN Shop – Functional Woodwork by Sanobe Sangyo
We’ve been trying out best to represent smaller workshops and highlight more makers in the shop. The slight downside is the lead time and the shipping from different locations, but we feel it’s a worthy cause to highlight such amazing craftsmanship and make it accessible to more people. One
New at OEN Shop – The OEN Christmas Gift Guide Part 2
Corner Cut Urushi Tray & Silver Makiji Bowl S by Yusuke Tazawa After such a good reception to the first part of our Christmas Gift Guide we decided to make a few more parts to this series before the big day arrives. We have been asked if we will have any of the sold out […]
Contrasting Art & Craft – Wood Sculpture by Maker Fitzhugh Karol
Geometric, colour, grain, collage … these are just a few words that come to mind when exploring Fitzhugh Karol’s wood sculpture. With so many types of sculpture included in his displays it’s quite difficult to categorise his work. Karol is a Brooklyn artist/designer that thrives on the
The Opulent & Imperfect – Noviembre Furniture Collection by BREUER
Mexico-based studio BREUER have asked some interesting questions in this new collection of work for 2020 titled ‘Noviembre’. The collection itself consists of tables, seating, and other decorative pieces that have been crafted to make the onlooker explore form and function in more detail
New in the Shop – Sculptural Woodwork by Japanese Studio IPPEN
That unique space between art and function is one of the most interesting aspects of craft. Of course, set shapes may be used as a framework for production, but the qualities of producing by hand leaves small markings or traces that add warmth and character to an object. IPPEN is a Japanese studio c
Refined Minimalist Lines – Furniture Series by Studio HAOS
To achieve harmony in all the different areas that make up a great piece of design is no mean feat. Furniture in particular has so many unique elements that it seems as though it would almost be impossible to create a cohesive look that could span a whole collection. That’s why I admired this
Inside the Workshop – A Short Film on Woodworkers Mori Kougei
This is a real treat! See below our newest short film highlighting the work of Tokushima-based woodworkers Mori Kougei. Mori Woodwork is headed by craftsman Hiroyuki Mori in Tokushima, Japan. Mori specialises in a technique called ‘Tsukiita’ that involves slicing wood in to a thin, paper