A Few Words
Our story
A Few Words
Our Story
Introduce Kumiko into your interior design to give your living or working space a uniquely refined atmosphere.
The beauty of our handmade wooden art will elevate the luxury of your rooms.
What is Kumiko art?
Dating back to the 8th century, Kumiko is a delicate and sophisticated technique of assembling wooden pieces without the use of nails. Thinly slit wooden pieces are grooved, punched and mortised, and then fitted individually using a plane, saw, chisel and other tools to make fine adjustments.
Each pattern has its own meaning, and people in Japan have long loved Kumiko as a reminder of important things such as good health and good relationships. Shoji screens featuring Kumiko patterns are a particularly beautiful item that architects around the world are paying renewed attention to in designing luxurious living and working spaces.
Kumiko art
by Nagomi Design
Our craftspeople in Japan bring their intuition and experience to create beautiful panels combining traditional Kumiko and shoji screens. By pursuing the beauty of wood, the interplay of light and shadow, and the spatial beauty that enhances the luxury of the room, our artisans give traditional Japanese interior design techniques a modern interpretation. While a single Kumiko creation requires time and many processes, the finished product is a piece of wooden art that continues to fascinate people all over the world.
Kumiko panels can be used to give a unique accent to all aspects of residential and commercial interior design – from ceiling lighting, cabinet doors, and shoji screens, through to tables and other furniture, decorative walls, and partitions. Nagomi Design strives to continually offer new products using Kumiko.
Nagomi's
Kumiko masters
Kumiko craftsmanship requires precise technical skill and a deep understanding of wood. Our team, consisting of Kumiko masters from Australia and Japan, is dedicated to bringing the magnificence of Kumiko to the world. Our objective is not only to showcase our final products, but also to convey the depth and artistic nature of Kumiko itself: the beauty of wood, the excellence of traditional Japanese tools, and our ongoing dedication to the craft. We aspire to share the story of Kumiko as a narrative, allowing a wide audience to appreciate its profundity and artistic value.
Why Choose Us
Our products
At Nagomi Design, we create Kumiko patterns that can be tailored to various interior styles.
Each pattern in Kumiko has its own meaning, and understanding these meanings enhances the design.
On this page, you can explore the significance of Kumiko patterns and learn how they can be incorporated into our products to align with different interior aesthetics.
01. Kumiko panels
We create Kumiko panels that can be tailored to fit your desired furniture and interior design.
02. Ceiling lighting
Kumiko panels are made into box shapes and installed on the ceiling. The warmth of the wood and the depth of the light create a beautiful and bright room.
03. Wall decoration
Kumiko can also bring an artistic touch to wall decoration, as a feature wall or in wall lighting.
04. Partition
Kumiko panels can be used as room dividers or as art pieces in a room. They gently filter natural light into the space, allowing for enjoyment of the intricate patterns created by the Kumiko shadows.
05. Shoji screens
Incorporating a Kumiko lattice into a shoji screen brings more luxury and refinement than a regular shoji. Lattice screens cast beautiful shadows on the floor, allowing you to enjoy the beauty of the silhouettes.
06. Kumiko furniture
Kumiko panels can be used to add a luxurious accent to furniture such as tables, chairs, or cabinet doors.
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for more inspiration
Please have a look at our Kumiko products and search for ideas for your own Kumiko creation!