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The name "Miau" carries a sense of playfulness, referencing a cat—an organic, living inspiration. GamFratesi felt that, in designing a solid wooden chair like this, the armrest would always be touched and caressed by the hands of the user.
Crafted from solid wood, Miau is a testament to the material’s ability to be shaped into something both organic and tactile. Designed with a deep appreciation for wood’s natural properties, it highlights both the elegance and complexity of working with this natural material.
Creating a chair as elegant and lightweight as the Kawara Armchair is no easy feat. The manufacturing process requires meticulous calculations and the expert management of materials by seasoned artisans.
With its versatile color variations and customizable options, the Kawara Armchair effortlessly adapts to a wide range of spaces. Drawing inspiration from the advanced manufacturing technologies and creative expertise of one of Japan's most renowned plywood manufacturers, Ronan Bouroullec has harnessed the potential of plywood to create elegant forms reminiscent of flowing textiles.
As the holiday season approaches, we send our warmest wishes and heartfelt gratitude for your unwavering support. Your encouragement has been a vital part of our journey this year.
With the Kigo tables, GamFratesi introduce a fresh typology for KOYORI, while staying true to the brand’s beautiful philosophy. The combination of light and dark wood tones and the contrasting hues creates a dynamic visual effect, evoking harmony in the same way nature’s own creations do.
Design enthusiasts are often captivated by the striking appeal created when natural materials are used sculpturally. This was also the case for GamFratesi, who have drawn inspiration from the stone sculptures of Isamu Noguchi.
GamFratesi's product designs often draw inspiration from nature, as seen in many of their creations. For KOYORI, the design duo have designed products with references to a cat, such as the Miau series, and to branches and leaves in the Edaha chair. This time, the Uribo stools—Uribo meaning baby wild boar in Japanese—continue this nature-inspired approach.
The new stool series designed by GamFratesi reimagines the iconic backrest of Sori Yanagi Chair into the seat itself. The result is a remarkably simple yet striking piece of furniture that exudes a modern aesthetic. "At the heart of the stool is a commitment to simplicity and beauty," say GamFratesi. "We were inspired by the wood bending techniques of the manufacturer and sought to create a stool that celebrates the inherent beauty of this craftsmanship.”
Despite its substantial build, the Makuri Lounge Chair remains lightweight and portable, making it convenient for everyday use. Its simplicity also enhances its versatility, allowing it to blend seamlessly into any setting while subtly enhancing the ambiance of the room, whether in a modern minimalist space or a more traditional environment.
Makuri lounge chair is a chair about the iconic curves. Comprising two curves along with squares and rectangles, each element embodies a familiar shape, seamlessly and naturally integrating into our visual experience. The chair also reflects the linearity Anastassiades is well known for, along with subtle elements of spheres, translated into Makuri’s curves. Despite its ample size, the chair possesses a certain airiness and represents ultimate simplicity.
In celebration of KOYORI designer Michael Anastassiades' exhibition at ANDREAS MURKUDIS in Berlin, Germany, KOYORI will showcase his latest creation, the Makuri Lounge Chair and Ottoman, at Store 81.
Building on the success of the Miau Armchair, the Miau Lounge Chair is introduced as a natural extension of the Miau family. With its sleek proportions and timeless design, the Miau Lounge Chair enhances the original concept by offering increased comfort and relaxation.
Michael Anastassiades and GamFratesi passionately discussed their creative journey with KOYORI, enthusiastically introducing their new products. GamFratesi also shared the inspiration behind their designed space, which featured hundreds of lanterns, creating a captivating atmosphere.
Since its founding, KOYORI has been aiming to ensure that our production and delivery processes are sustainable and help us become the leading brand with a culture of transparency. Our first Sustainability Report underscores our commitment to reducing carbon footprints, supporting Japanese craftsmanship, and celebrating the beauty of design.
Our exclusive interview with GamFratesi delves into the stories behind the three novelties they designed for 3daysofdesign this year.
We are thrilled to share an exclusive interview with Michael Anastassiades, who joined KOYORI this year. In our conversation, he discusses the origins of our collaboration and the design philosophy behind the Makuri Lounge Chair and Ottoman.
Edaha Chair, which was only showcased as a prototype at the launch in 2022, has since come a long way to become a final product and is now finally in production.
Edaha is composed mostly of curves and curved surfaces and has almost no horizontal, vertical, or parallel parts, making it difficult to process and takes a long time to create.
Thank you to everyone who visited KOYORI exhibition at 3daysofdesign. Surrounded by hundreds of Japanese lanterns, we hope you had an immersive experience and enjoyed the sense of Japanese aesthetics and calmness in the space designed by GamFratesi, along with the new and existing furniture.
KOYORI once again collaborates with GamFratesi to capture the essence of true Japanese aesthetics in the exhibition design.
This immersive installation, set within a classical Scandinavian building, seamlessly integrates traditional Japanese crafts with new furniture pieces by GamFratesi and the newly appointed designer Michael Anastassiades, along with existing items designed by Ronan & Erwan Bouroullec.
