This furniture is made with Japanese influences by Swedish design firm 'Claesson Koivisto Rune' who creates it for Italian furniture manufacturer 'Arflex.'
The collection is titled 'Bonsai' -- an artistic planting technique that is unique to Japan. The furniture pieces consist of seating as well as a foot-rest that are both curved in their shape and offered in rich green, deep blue and pastel blue colors. The rounded shapes of these pieces embody a Japanese influence -- as they were inspired by the rounded bushes and shrubs that are found in Japanese gardens.
These furniture pieces are quirky and their cultural inspiration makes them stand out in a market that can often be oversaturated with more traditional products.
Culturally-Inspired Furniture Collections
These Furniture Pieces are Made with Japanese Influences
Trend Themes
1. Cultural Integration - Swedish and Italian designers integrate Japanese culture into modern furniture design.
2. Nature-inspired Shapes - Furniture pieces inspired by Japanese shrubbery showcase a trend towards natural shapes in modern design.
3. Color Palette Expansion - Use of Japanese-inspired color palettes expands the traditional color options in modern furniture design.
Industry Implications
1. Furniture Manufacturing - Opportunity to integrate cultural inspiration into furniture design to stand out in a competitive market.
2. Interior Design - Utilizing furniture pieces that showcase cultural inspiration can add unique character to interior design projects.
3. Retail - Stores can incorporate furniture with unique cultural inspiration to differentiate themselves from competitors.