Minimalissimo Weekly Edit
Minimalissimo in Design
Hello. I hope you’ve had a good week. We updated our members area with a sync of our co-creation projects. One of which is with Oda where we will be making a minimal backpack. There’s not a strict deadline with this project, but I think it’s likely to be ready at the beginning of the new year. We’re also slowly moving forward with the new Minimalissimo photo book. We have decided that we’re going to take pre-orders for this starting from January. Super excited about that one. Besides this, we have come up with a very interesting product idea for 2021. I’ll give you a clue: it’s an app. Updates on that project will come in the new year as well.
Our features over the past week include a look at Keiji Ashizawa’s simple and elegant design of the Hishaku table and floor lamp. We take a virtual visit around the Muskoka lakes in Canada to celebrate the beautiful black design of a boathouse by Akb Architects. And in our featured mood, it’s all about autumn in a glass with a little bit of artistry. Have a read, take it slow, and enjoy your Sunday.
— Carl Barenbrug, Creative Director
Features
Hishaku Lamp
Hishaku is an elegant lighting series consisting of a table and floor lamp made for ZAOZUO. It poses a highly minimal structure with a succinct shade inspired by a ladle (柄杓) in temple; the contrast between these two elements gives the light a strong characteristic.
Muskoka Boathouse
Part dock and part guesthouse, this idyllic dwelling drew inspiration from the scattering of docks on the lake it calls home. The result is an elegant mix of wood siding, expansive terraces, and plenty of ways to connect with the scenic surroundings.
From the Archive
Neutra Collection
Belgium-based brand Tribù created the collection Neutra to fulfil their prerogative of delivering discreet luxury. Commissioned designer Vincent Van Duysen avoided the pitfalls of patio furniture by producing a considered design that draws a beautiful balance of practicality and style.
Mood
Autumn in Glass
In the Shop
Dieter Rams: Less but Better
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