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CANON NEOREAL 2012

Posted on April 19, 2012 by admin

Here are some images from Canon’s annual art installation “NEOREAL” at Milano Salone del Mobile 2012. This year Canon has collaborated with architect Ryuji Nakamura. More information: http://www.canon.com/milano2012/

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Panasonic Exhibition by Akihisa Hirata

Posted on April 18, 2012 by admin

Japanese architect Akihisa Hirata has created installations titled “Photosynthesis” for Panasonic at Milano Salone del Mobile 2012. Here are the videos from the exhibition.

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“Hanare” by Schemata Architecture Office

Posted on April 17, 2012 by admin

“Hanare” is a house designed by Japanese firm Schemata Architecture Office. The house was built on top of a cliff in Chiba, Japan. It is a second home for their client who lives in Tokyo. Photo: Takumi Ota

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“Luminous” by Tokujin Yoshioka

Posted on April 13, 2012 by admin

Japanese designer Tokujin Yoshioka will present a glass table “Luminous” at the Salone Internazionale del Mobile in Milan next week. It was designed for Italian glass brand “Glas Italia”. It is so transparent that it gives an impression that the … Continue reading →

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JYUNPAI designed by Asa Hirasawa

Posted on April 13, 2012 by admin

“Jyunpai” is a humidifier designed by Asa Hirasawa. Unlike conventional humidifiers, the main body of “Jyunpai” is made of wood. It captures the moment when liquid changes to gas.

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“LAKE OF SHIMMER” by Tokujin Yoshioka

Posted on April 4, 2012 by admin

Tokujin Yoshioka has designed “LAKE OF SHIMMER” – AVANT Time Nº3 for SWAROVSKI. The bracelet of this watch is adorned with small hexagonal stainless steel that reflects the light beautifully. It was presented at Baselworld in Switzerland in March. It … Continue reading →

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Notchless by Yasukuni Kikuchi

Posted on April 1, 2012 by admin

“Notchless” is a tape dispenser designed by Yasukuni Kikuchi. “Notchless” comes with a unique blade which leaves clean-cut and straight edges on acetate tape, eliminating zig-zags which can lead to peeling. It is also designed to be safe and children … Continue reading →

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Atelier Sano

Posted on March 30, 2012 by admin

Atelier Sano is an architect office established by Takahito Sano in 2006. “Maruyama no ie” (Maruyama house) is one of his latest work. It is characterized by the large floor-to-ceiling windows. The large windows give the impression that the boarder … Continue reading →

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Xinjin Zhi Museum by Kengo Kuma

Posted on March 28, 2012 by admin

Japanese architect Kengo Kuma designed the Xinjin Zhi Museum in Sichuan prefecture, China. This pavilion is located at the foot of Laojunshan mountain in Xinjin, to usher in the people to the holy place of Taoism, while the building itself … Continue reading →

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SOHO-The Scape(R)

Posted on March 27, 2012 by admin

“The Scape” was originally designed by Kengo Kuma and built in 2005. It was a serviced apartment for wealthy people. The building was renovated by Inokuma Architects this year and the building’s function was also changed. Now it is offering … Continue reading →

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