It all starts with context and materiality for Japanese architect and designer, Keiji Ashizawa, whose work can be defined by harmonised details through an emphasis on simplicity and curated collaboration.
Furniture brand Ariake was born from a melting pot of collaboration. We find out more from designer and design producer Gabriel Tan, who collaborated with two Japanese furniture companies to launch the brand.
In his award winning practice, Keiji Ashizawa is constantly in search of new solutions for modern day living. A case in point would be Ishinomaki Laboratory, a facility incepted to aid the local community after the 3.11 earthquake. Joanna Kawecki reports.