HONOKA LAB unveils a look at the TATAMI ReFAB PROJECT furniture series which is led by a team of product designers working with 3D printing technology. The studio is working on new ways to create traditional Japanese tatami mats whilst retaining the heritage with premium technology.
Japanese interiors have often been detailed with tatami mats for the past centuries due to their aromatic sensibilities and humidity regulation. The lab is working to integrate these traditional advancements with the intricacies of modern design. The recycled tatami is blended with biodegradable plastic to form a sustainable material that is adaptable and durable. The composite can be 3D printed to form decorative home products connected to the roots of Japanese culture.