Fuma Fujiwara, a young designer from Shiga Prefecture, moved to Okinawa at the age of 18. Inspired by the region's beautiful nature and rich folk culture, Fuma studied design there. He creates products influenced by Japanese nature and culture. His mission is to share the essence of Japanese culture and nature with a broader audience. Recently, he presented unique furniture made from Okinawan materials in Tokyo. Next, he will send out new discoveries to the world.

Layer Stool by Fuma Fujiwara The project started with making furniture out of small-diameter trees and scrap wood. Wood in Okinawa is felled due to natural disasters and road expansion. However, in recent years, road expansion has decreased due to environmental considerations, so wood is also shrinking. To continue making Okinawa furniture, it was necessary to use small materials. Therefore, the Layer stool were created by combining various types of wood. It is made from upcycled waste. This design proposes a new value by reconstructing the waste material from Okinawan wood into blocks.

Fuma Fujiwara

Shimajiri-gun Haebaru-cho

901-1104

Fuma Fujiwara is IAD member since 2023, with 2038 IAD rating.