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Green Solid Collection (Pasta and RRR)
‘Green Solid Collection’ consists of two different material-experiment projects named ‘Pasta’ (vase) and ‘RRR’ (stool), which stands for Rice-Reinforced Rolls.
I have been revisiting plant-based materials and the techniques of processing them in search for alternative use of them, especially focusing on the ones rooted in Japanese culture.
Referring to an old composite used for setting hairstyle, I am experimenting with pine resin for ‘Pasta.’ The translucent vase is entirely created from plant-derived materials. ‘Pasta’ is named after its pasta-like appearance, so they are not made of flour.
‘RRR’ is a result of reference to a glue made from rice, which has a long history in Japanese craft industry and which some carpenters seemingly used for even constructing a house. The stool is made of rice, sawdust and jute. Its three legs look heavy, but they are cylindrical so the stool is actually light.
I have been revisiting plant-based materials and the techniques of processing them in search for alternative use of them, especially focusing on the ones rooted in Japanese culture.
Referring to an old composite used for setting hairstyle, I am experimenting with pine resin for ‘Pasta.’ The translucent vase is entirely created from plant-derived materials. ‘Pasta’ is named after its pasta-like appearance, so they are not made of flour.
‘RRR’ is a result of reference to a glue made from rice, which has a long history in Japanese craft industry and which some carpenters seemingly used for even constructing a house. The stool is made of rice, sawdust and jute. Its three legs look heavy, but they are cylindrical so the stool is actually light.
