THE First Line of Light

I am a designer who studied architecture.

Through my spatial design work to date, I have become convinced that the main characters of a space are the "people" who are there, and the soft trails of light and shadow that are created when they interact with the space. While the lines I previously drew in blueprints represented thick walls and strict structures, I realized that it is "light" that does not appear in the diagrams that gives a space the richest and most emotional expression.

We aim to embody the Japanese aesthetic of "wabi-sabi," a philosophy that finds richness in the blank spaces, and we hope to express this "simple yet profound expression" through our lighting.

When it comes to lighting, I have a slightly different approach.

Rather than chasing "shiny new items forever," I want to create "tableware that will be completed in the future." The metals and wood we have chosen are all simple and unadorned. However, as they come into contact with moisture and are handled every day in your daily life, they will gradually oxidize and take on a unique flavor that is unique to your home.

"Isn't this wire getting in the way? If I could remove just one part, wouldn't the light come out more naturally? I wanted to pack all the cool structural design I learned about in architecture into a palm-sized light."

With this in mind, we came up with a "combination system" that allows you to freely change parts. This way, the light is no longer just a fixed tool, but can be enjoyed over time as it changes with the user and the seasons.

The goal of design is to connect with emotions (hearts).

When you turn on the light, you will find yourself in a quiet and peaceful place.

Even though it may not be perfect, we hope that it will gently watch over your everyday life as it is and become your precious partner, growing fonder over time.