Japanese

February 20, 2024

Lawless & Meyerson channels Japanese minimalism at the Zen Apartment

The principles of Japanese minimalism converge with contemporary urban living at the Zen Apartment, where the landscaping is ever-present.

February 6, 2024

Architecture as a creative force

At first glance, these three projects may seem completely disparate, but underpinning each of them is a creative approach that meets at the juncture of sustainable thinking, traditional techniques and modern ideas.

June 28, 2021

Exploration Meets Craft With Shibori

Pepa Martin and Karen Davis explore Japanese textiles and printmaking, extending their creativity into artworks, wallpaper and prints – all under the moniker Shibori.

January 24, 2019

Onsa; Welcoming You With Open Arm(rest)s

Sincerely embodying Walter Knoll’s DNA with a classic form and style, the Onsa chair embraces you as you take a seat.

January 7, 2019

Two Visionary Minds Collide At The NGV

The collaboration between a Japanese design studio and a 20th century master of optical illusion results in the latest exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria: Escher X nendo | Between Two Worlds.

December 6, 2018

Becoming Limitlessly Zen With Apaiser

Designed to allow its users to reflect and revitalize, the Zen Oval Bath from Apaiser is neither classic nor contemporary.

July 13, 2018

Japanese Design – Top 6 Places To Get Your Fix

Good Japanese design is more than just an aesthetic – it’s a philosophy, and one beloved the world over. But what if you can’t afford a plane ticket to Tokyo? Here’s where to get your fix locally.

May 18, 2015

Found in Translation

Famed Japanese stationary, homewares and apparel house, MUJI, are expanding their Australian empire to Sydney, following the immense success of their two initial Melbourne stores.