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Fritz Hansen Releases A Recycled And Recyclable Plastic Chair By Nendo

Fritz Hansen Releases A Recycled And Recyclable Plastic Chair By Nendo

The NO2 Recycle chair from Fritz Hansen is made with upcycled plastic household waste. Oki Sato of nendo says it’s a chair you can connect with.

The art of light with WonderGlass

The art of light with WonderGlass

In 2013 Christian Mussati co-founded WonderGlass with his father Maurizio. The Italian handblown glass lighting company has become known for its bespoke craftsmanship and collaborative efforts with some of the architecture, design and art industry’s most globally revered names.

Escher was the original paper architect

Escher was the original paper architect

As the Escher x nendo | Between two worlds exhibition continues to draw in crowds, we consider the timeless appeal of the Dutch master for architects and designers.

Between Two Worlds: Two creative minds collide at the NGV

Between Two Worlds: Two creative minds collide at the NGV

What do a multi-disciplined Japanese design studio and a Twentieth century master of optical illusion have in common? The latest exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria: Escher X nendo | Between Two Worlds.

Fritz Hansen’s N01 Chair By Nendo Lands In Singapore

Fritz Hansen’s N01 Chair By Nendo Lands In Singapore

An irresistible blend of Danish and Japanese aesthetics, Nendo’s N01 Chair for Fritz Hansen is now available in Singapore. W.Atelier and Fritz Hansen celebrated N01’s arrival with a Japanese-themed soiree.

Central Spectrum: Louis Poulsen Releases Cirque and NJP In Soft Grey Tones

Central Spectrum: Louis Poulsen Releases Cirque and NJP In Soft Grey Tones

With the new editions, Louis Poulsen smartly caters to the increasingly varied range of aesthetics found in today’s homes and commercial spaces.

5 minutes with Oki Sato in Milan

5 minutes with Oki Sato in Milan

Oki Sato of Nendo needs no introduction. He has achieved cult status among designers and design-lovers alike, with a prolific output of products that range from cheesecake to robots, furniture items and more.

#MilanIndesign2018: Oki Sato On Creating An All-Timber Chair for Fritz Hansen

#MilanIndesign2018: Oki Sato On Creating An All-Timber Chair for Fritz Hansen

Oki Sato of Nendo talks about N01, his first collaboration with Fritz Hansen, and the brand’s first all-timber chairs since Arne Jacobsen’s.

5 Minutes with Oki Sato

5 Minutes with Oki Sato

The nendo founder talks to Tamsin Bradshaw about travel, the ‘foreigner’ perspective, and uncovering the hidden value in design.

Golden Pin Honours Top Designs for the Chinese Market

Golden Pin Honours Top Designs for the Chinese Market

The winners of this year’s award are shaping the future of huaren design, setting new standards of innovation and relevance in the Chinese-speaking world.

In Conversation: Nendo’s Oki Sato

In Conversation: Nendo’s Oki Sato

At Orgatec 2016, Nendo’s Founder talks to Cubes Indesign editor Narelle Yabuka about Rolling Workspace, the brand’s latest collaboration with Kokuyo.

Cologne Convos: Oki Sato

Cologne Convos: Oki Sato

Cubes editor Narelle Yabuka met Nendo founder Oki Sato amidst the bustle of Orgatec 2016 to discuss the concept behind his Rolling Workspace.