Hayashi

In Japan, planted forests of cypress and cedar are thinned for management, but the branches are difficult to process and are often left in the mountains, harming the environment. This sideboard, made from thinned Japanese cypress branches, showcases the unique beauty of its dense grain and flowing curves. Inspired by the flexible use of space in Japanese architecture, such as sliding doors (fusuma) and paper screens (shoji), it adapts to your lifestyle by adjusting the branches to fit your design and storage needs. The freely extending branches evoke the serene landscape of Japan’s forests.

Bio
Focusing on the characteristics and properties of materials, he conducts research on new ways to utilize them in product design. He pursues not only functionality, but also designs that nurture emotion and sensitivity, aiming to create works that engage the five senses.