Shigeru Uchida (1943–2016) was an interior designer who designed not only the physical atmosphere of a space but also the very flow of time within it. A world-renowned designer representing Japan, he was a leading figure in the Japanese modern design scene from the latter half of the 20th century through the 2000s. Uchida’s design philosophy—garnering high acclaim both in Japan and abroad for his diverse work spanning commercial spaces, architecture, furniture, and lighting—c

Bringing "Intellect and Comfort" to the Workplace: The Residential Shift in Offices and the Art of Styling In "contract spaces"—such as offices, hotels, and commercial facilities—if art serves as a "language" that conveys a brand's concept, then objets d'art act as elements that regulate the space's "breathing." This article is part of a series featuring COOEE Design, an interior brand from Sweden. We explore how the brand’s silky textures and sculptural forms can infuse mode

A place where the creativity of artists from all over the world gathers. Paper Collective (poster brand) from Copenhagen This week's designer is [May Watson]. A world of art filled with heartwarming stories and vibrant colors. May Watson’s canvases are brought to life by a bright, welcoming color palette that puts the viewer at ease. Emerging from abstract backgrounds are scenes of human interaction and glimpses of everyday life—moments elevated into unique, special stories t

Simply changing the orientation transforms the space. Styling Walls with Paper Collective #3~ When we get our hands on a favorite poster, we often tend to display it in its "standard" orientation. But what if you were to rotate it 90 degrees? Internationally, the practice of freely switching between portrait and landscape orientations for art posters has already taken hold, fostering a culture of creative thinking that breaks free from convention. "Paper Collective," a poster