Onggi, 2011
The real challenge of design is to make useful and beautiful tools for
everyday use. The theme of the work made for the Habitare2011 furniture fair in Helsinki
was Table, Cup and Glass - basic everyday tools. Inspired by the design
and thinking of Kaj Frack, the task was to examine once again the idea,
shape and use of everyday objects.
For me an everyday cup and glass should have a subtle and friendly
presence. Inspired by the traditional Korean storage jars, the shapes of
these everyday tools invite your attention to what they contain. As
characters on the table or on the shelf they will hopefully stimulate a
long-lasting relation with their users.