MARUNI COLLECTION 2008 BY NAOTO FUKASAWA: Part Two
Naoto Fukasawa and a Long-Standing Furniture Maker Take on a New Challenge
Designs Loved Across Generations
The "MARUNI COLLECTION 2008 BY NAOTO FUKASAWA" is a collaboration between Maruni Wood Industry, a furniture maker based in Hiroshima, and world-renowned industrial designer Naoto Fukasawa. OPENERS followed the press launch event, and in the first part, we interviewed designer Naoto Fukasawa, and in the middle part, we spoke with Takeshi Yamanaka, who was in charge of development. In this final installment, we focus on the products scheduled for release in April. We introduce the "Traditional Series" and "HIROSHIMA," refined versions of Maruni Wood Industry's classic products.
By Masaki TakeiPhoto by KAWABE Yoneko
TRADITIONAL SERIES
Traditional Series
These models are modern refinements of Maruni Wood Industry's classic "Mediterranean Series" and "Versailles Series." While retaining the traditional European ornamentation, the leg details have been simplified and the overall size adjusted. They are upholstered in modern fabrics with contemporary colors and weaves that harmonize with the design.
ONE SEAT SOFA ¥180,000
TWO SEATER SOFA ¥270,000
THREE SEATER SOFA ¥320,000
DINING CHAIR WITH ARMS ¥68,000
DINING TABLE ¥142,000
HIROSHIMA
This series of chairs and tables is named after Hiroshima, the base of Maruni Wood Industry. It features a simple yet precise structure that highlights the natural wood grain. The series is versatile, suitable not only as dining chairs but also as lounge chairs, transcending specific usage scenarios. Available in beech and oak.
DINING CHAIR WITH ARMS ¥79,000
Scheduled Release: Early April 2008
Inquiries: Maruni Wood Industry Co., Ltd.
Tel: 03-5614-6598
http://www.maruni.com