• Nendo
    Design Studio
    Nendo, by Oki Sato, has been called one of the most talented Japanese design firms working today. >
  • Coloured-Pencil Table. Photo: Hiroshi Iwasaki.
    Colour tabs
    Nendo's new Coloured-Pencil Table explores surface textures to create a whimsical installation. >
  • androp "Bright Siren" by Masashi Kawamura
    Masashi Kawamura's light animation for an interactive music video allows fans to create their own "strobe messages" to embed into the video. >
  • SOUR "Hibi no Neiro" by Masashi Kawamura
    SOUR "Hibi no Neiro" by Masashi Kawamura
    A Japanese band's fans from across the world feature in their music video, thanks to just a webcam and the creative experimentation of Masashi Kawamura. >
  • Unique separation
    Nendo's latest exhibition space invites surprise and curiosity through a unique concept of using "people" to mark sections. >
  • Reduce and refine
    One SodaStream Source could save 550 plastic bottles per household per year. That's enough reason to let the bubbles flow! >
  • Splintered wood
    Nendo's latest collection of furniture resembles splintered wood in an elegant style. >
  • Sexy shiver
    Nendo’s Shivering Bowls explore the pleasure that can be derived from an object’s touch. >
  • Design recycled
    Nendo's latest collection of tableware, "Bottleware" draws inspiration from the original Coca-Cola "contour bottle" and sustainable product design. >
  • Melting ice
    Nendo redesigns glassware for Baccarat and creates beauty that mirrors the clarity and delicacy of an ice block. >
  • Go fish
    Nendo's new Fishline Chair uses fishing line as a type of varnish to create an interesting uneven look. >
  • Coffee library
    Nendo's pop-up coffee shop for Starbucks in Tokyo resembles a library, and gives visitors the opportunity to learn more about coffee. >
  • Bird house
    Nendo's new tree house, the Bird Apartment, can house both birds and people, making it the ideal way for the latter to reconnect with nature. >
  • Writing-inspired style
    Resembling the writing tool, Nendo's new Bluetooth headphones for Logitech takes its name from the French word for "pen". >
  • Sweet spot
    The Papabubble artisan candy shop is a place where one can experience the making of sweets - almost like in a Roald Dahl story. >
  • From Design Indaba - a platform that redefines design
    AXIS magazine (Japan) reviews Design Indaba 2012, calling it "one of the most stimulating design conferences today". >
  • Lacquered Paper-Objects. Photo: Hiroshi Iwasaki.
    Made of paper
    Material magic: Nendo's "Lacquered Paper-Objects" are made by combining layers of paper, using 3D printing techniques. >
  • Photo: Kei Takashima. Courtesy of Hermés Japon.
    Forest wonders
    Nendo's “Wandering Forest of Hermés” window display adds a touch of playfulness to the recently renovated boutiques in Japan. >
  • Arobo air purifier. Photo: Hiroshi Iwasaki.
    Pure air
    The design of Nendo's new Arobo air purifier highlights the essence of water and air in its purest form. >
  • Sputniko!
    Artist
    Sputniko! is an artist and designer who creates machines, films and music that explores technology, feminism and pop culture. >
  • Suit up
    Halsuit, a new retail concept store by Nendo, mimics the typical office environment, making it ideal for buying suits. >
  • Check mates
    An outdoor art installation in the Japanese city of Osaka used the game of Checkers to create an enriched, interactive public space. >
  • Bag it
    Nendo's new ONB. collection of bags takes its name for the Japanese terms for "piggyback". >
  • Cupnoodle Urushi. Photo: Hiroshi Iwasaki.
    Nice for noodles
    Nendo's "Cupnoodle Urushi" is a souvenir product that adds new creative value to the packaging of instant "cup" noodles. >

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