Hayashi Sideboard by Taishi Sugiura |
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| DESIGN NAME: Hayashi PRIMARY FUNCTION: Sideboard INSPIRATION: HAYASHI was inspired by the style of traditional Japanese houses. In these homes, the size of rooms could be adjusted flexibly by opening and closing partitions, such as fusuma (sliding doors) and shoji (paper sliding screens), allowing for versatile use of space. Similarly, HAYASHI allows you to expand or contract the space by moving Japanese cypress branches horizontally, enabling adjustments that suit your lifestyle based on the design, purpose, and frequency of use of the stored items. UNIQUE PROPERTIES / PROJECT DESCRIPTION: This sideboard is crafted from Japanese cypress branches, a wood unique to Japan. The design highlights the distinct beauty of the branches, characterized by their tightly packed grain and graceful, flowing curves, which are not found in ordinary lumber. When viewed from the front, the freely yet naturally straight branches evoke a scene of Japanese forests, bringing to life the quiet breath of nature. OPERATION / FLOW / INTERACTION: By gripping the branch and moving it left or right, it functions as a door for placing or retrieving items. Additionally, by shifting the branches to either gather or spread them, the items inside can be revealed or concealed, allowing for harmony with the interior design. PROJECT DURATION AND LOCATION: This project began in May 2024. FITS BEST INTO CATEGORY: Furniture Design |
PRODUCTION / REALIZATION TECHNOLOGY: While preserving the unique shape of the branches, the design is kept simple by splitting them lengthwise and polishing them for ease of processing. The frame is crafted from thinned cedar and finished with a white oil coating. This softens the presence of the frame while enhancing the natural warmth and texture of Japanese thinned wood. SPECIFICATIONS / TECHNICAL PROPERTIES: Width 1000mm, Depth 300mm, Height 420mm TAGS: Furniture, Japan, wood, sideboard, thinned wood, Japanese cypress RESEARCH ABSTRACT: In Japan, forests of cypress and cedar have expanded through afforestation. To maintain their health, thinning is conducted, and the wood is widely used. However, branches are often left unused in mountains due to processing challenges and low market value, leading to issues like CO2 emissions and soil degradation. I focus on repurposing these branches, exploring their potential to help sustain Japan’s forests for future generations. CHALLENGE: The fixture rails were designed with a simple shape to facilitate easy maintenance of the branch wood. We also carefully considered the finishing and processing methods to bring out the full beauty of the branch wood. As a result, we decided to leave it unpainted, allowing the natural beauty of the material to be appreciated. ADDED DATE: 2024-12-16 23:32:18 TEAM MEMBERS (1) : Taishi Sugiura IMAGE CREDITS: [Image # 1: Taishi Sugiura,Hayashi, 2024][Image # 2: Taishi Sugiura, Hayashi, 2024][Image # 3: Taishi Sugiura, Hayashi, 2024][Image # 4: Taishi Sugiura,Hayashi, 2024][Image # 5: Taishi Sugiura, Hayashi, 2024] |
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NAME: Taishi Sugiura PROFILE: I am a designer based in Aichi, Japan. I focus on the characteristics and properties of everyday materials and explore new ways to use them in products. I strive to create works that not only function but also engage the five senses in order to nurture emotion and sensitivity. |
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Hayashi Sideboard by Taishi Sugiura is Winner in Furniture Design Category, 2024 - 2025.· Read the interview with designer Taishi Sugiura for design Hayashi here.· Press Members: Login or Register to request an exclusive interview with Taishi Sugiura. · Click here to register inorder to view the profile and other works by Taishi Sugiura. |
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