The ISHINOMAKI STOOL emerged from a series of furniture-making workshops conducted in collaboration with the renowned US furniture company, Herman Miller, and targeted towards locals and primary school students. In response to the needs of those residing in temporary housing in the Ishinomaki area, members of Ishinomaki Laboratory identified a demand for both a step stool to access high-up storage and a chair for putting on shoes near the house entrance.
Remarkably, they observed that residents ingeniously repurposed plastic cases meant for storing beer bottles to fulfill various functional needs. Inspired by this spirit of resourcefulness and innovation, the concept of the Ishinomaki Stool took shape. Designed to be compact, lightweight, and versatile, this stool embodies the community's resilient and inventive spirit while addressing their specific requirements.
Keiji Ashizawa, a Tokyo-based architect and designer, brings a unique blend of experiences to his creative endeavors. Graduating from Yokohama University School of Architecture in 1995, he embarked on a remarkable journey, spending a decade honing his skills as both an architect and steel fabricator. The invaluable knowledge gained during this formative period, especially his deep understanding of metals, continues to be a driving force in his design philosophy.
At the heart of Keiji Ashizawa's work lies an unwavering dedication to 'honest' design—a thoughtful and refined approach that aims to maximize the potential of each material and its function. Through this process, he achieves simplicity and lightness, creating designs that effortlessly blend into their surroundings. From furniture and lighting design to architecture and exhibition projects, Ashizawa excels in applying these ideas to projects of varying scales.
His exceptional creations have garnered international recognition, with his furniture and lighting pieces being showcased in prestigious exhibitions since 2001. In 2011, Ashizawa's significant contribution to the establishment of Ishinomaki Laboratory—a DIY furniture workshop that emerged in Ishinomaki city, Japan, following the devastating tsunami triggered by the Great East Japan Earthquake—earned him a well-deserved 'Special Award' from the Japan Institute of Design. Keiji Ashizawa's enduring passion and talent in design continue to inspire and elevate the world of architecture and creativity.
Width = 370mm
Depth = 400mm (seat = 295mm)
Height = 420mm
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