The object theme of
bud brand 2016

Freedom of ideas
and message to the world

Everyday objects such as chopsticks, fans, origami, Japanese style sandals, baskets and Japanese style cups are taken for granted in Japan, but are looked on as something special in the rest of the world. As we head into the future of our global society, imagine if these objects could achieve some sort of original change going beyond the boundaries of culture. We should be able to see ways in which they could change since we use these objects in our daily lives. This should be seen as an opportunity and we propose a conceptual activity for the future. “Born in JAPAN” products need to be rethought, given a new awareness and breathe of life, and be redesigned.

Fantastical light
of our childhood

Illuminator

Tsugite
& Shikuchi

Chair / stool

One

Floor light

Welcome ware

Tea cup

Mimicry
Tatami mushi

One seater sofa

KAORIMASU

Japanese sake container

KUMIKO sheet

Place mat / wallpaper

Past exhibited works

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Masako Tajiri
  • Masayoshi Sunami
  • Shingo Ishido
  • Rie Yamasaki
  • Kazuma Kawai

Fantastical light
of our childhood

Illuminator

This illumination is a source of light in itself, but when it changes shape illuminating a floor or wall, its beauty increases.
The fantastical light leaking from mosquito nets that we remember fondly as children is expressed with deep silk cotton.

Masako Tajiri
  • Masayoshi Sunami
  • Shingo Ishido
  • Rie Yamasaki
  • Kazuma Kawai

LuceArchidesign Inc.

We cherish free thinking and town factory craftsmanship of which Osaka is proud, and aim to make functional and beautiful architecture and illuminations.

Kengo Ito

Tsugite
& Shikuchi

Chair / stool

We applied a Japanese timber construction method.
The chair is made with a joint called “Tsugite & Shikuchi”.
It is possible to have various forms evolve depending on the combination.

Kengo Ito

Ito Kengo Architects

Ito Kengo Architectural Design Office operates in Oita prefecture, Japan.
We try to find connections within society through architecture and interior design.

Yamato Hirata
  • Keisuke Mihata

One

Floor light

We work by cutting out parts from one piece of timber with a 5 "sun" angle, one of the standard dimensions of Japanese wooden structures.
This lighting equipment helps us to enjoy indirect light without involving shade.

Yamato Hirata
  • Keisuke Mihata

ROKU architects

We are a design office based in Fukuoka, mainly designing houses and shops.
In many of our designs we try hard to connect with nature.

Shota Yamamoto
  • Ryo Shimizu

Welcome ware

Tea cup

While keeping the form of a traditional Japanese cup, we have optimized its use for coffee, tea and green tea.
Each cup has a different size and thickness and makes for a tastier drink.

Shota Yamamoto
  • Ryo Shimizu

Shota Yamamoto

Majored in Architecture at Meijo University and is currently serving his intern in India, under B.V. Doshi.
His main area of studying is traveling, reading, drinking and talking!

Toru Yabashi

Mimicry
Tatami mushi

One seater sofa

Sitting on the floor and lying down on the floor. Tatami best describes the relationship with the floor and this Japanese lifestyle.
Tatami has material characteristics which best fit our bodies to support such a life.
This is a work that has been mimicked into furniture to fit this characteristic in modern life.

Toru Yabashi

Toru Yabashi Architects

Toru Yabashi Architectural Design Office is operating in Kumamoto.
We are an organization making creations of new values by cross-cutting such areas as architecture, interior and town planning

Tomoya Tanaka
  • Tetsuji Kobayashi
  • Kanae Kataoka
  • Akira Aramaki
  • Seiji Hirano
  • Daisuke Shibao
  • Yurika Yoshiyama

KAORIMASU

Japanese sake container

The scent released from Japanese sake and its smooth flavor. Makes you want to pour another glass and enjoy the taste again.
It was made based on an old traditional drinking vessel, from more than 50 kinds of woods rich in individuality. It has the freshness of just being finished. Kaorimasu a "scented square" is available.

Tomoya Tanaka
  • Tetsuji Kobayashi
  • Kanae Kataoka
  • Akira Aramaki
  • Seiji Hirano
  • Daisuke Shibao
  • Yurika Yoshiyama

Tomoya Tanaka

Born in 1986, he is working on designing and producing kitchens and furniture at Tanaka Kogei Inc., based in Bungotakada city, Oita prefecture.

Seigo Kajiwara
  • Yuya Kitani
  • Mami Yamaguchi
  • Suehiko Usui

KUMIKO sheet

Place mat / wallpaper

Eat, touch, smell and enjoy. Japanese traditional "kumiko" technology (assembling wood without using nails) is used, and the wood is cut carefully one by one into blocks in the "kumiko" form by the hands of craftsmen, then it is finely scraped keeping the charm of the bark. It is only 0.5mm, like a sheet of Japanese paper. The texture, color and smell all help to show the food to its advantage.
This piece shows the Japanese "omotenashi" spirit helping this enjoyable meal time to remain in your memory.

Seigo Kajiwara
  • Yuya Kitani
  • Mami Yamaguchi
  • Suehiko Usui

FANFARE Co., Ltd.

Imagine something and create something.
By using imagination which is the key to creativity, from one idea we can shape every possible satisfaction.