Kirizuma 切妻屋根
(2025) IDEL01 20251Industrial Design
- Abstract
- Kirizuma is a dining table influenced by Japanese and Swedish form language that adapts to compact living in Japan, while still supporting everyday family meals and gatherings.
In cities like Tokyo and Kamagasaki, where tradition meets density, design must respond not only to spatial constraints but also to deeply rooted cultural rituals.
The table takes its name and form from the traditional kirizuma gable roof, echoing both protection and presence. At its core, the project examines how everyday furniture can adapt to spatial limitations and daily use. Its adaptable design allows it to expand and retract when needed, making space for more guests and family without overwhelming the room. What was once a limitation is now a possibility,... (More) - Kirizuma is a dining table influenced by Japanese and Swedish form language that adapts to compact living in Japan, while still supporting everyday family meals and gatherings.
In cities like Tokyo and Kamagasaki, where tradition meets density, design must respond not only to spatial constraints but also to deeply rooted cultural rituals.
The table takes its name and form from the traditional kirizuma gable roof, echoing both protection and presence. At its core, the project examines how everyday furniture can adapt to spatial limitations and daily use. Its adaptable design allows it to expand and retract when needed, making space for more guests and family without overwhelming the room. What was once a limitation is now a possibility, and people can be invited over without hesitation.
Each element of the design serves a purpose, both in how it functions and in how it brings people together, without demanding more space. The table is no longer just a functional object, but becomes a natural gathering point within a compact home.The table is made from 15 mm birch plywood, chosen for its strength and lightness, and assembled with wooden plugs among other techniques. A white-pigmented decor wax gives the surface a soft finish that highlights the material’s natural qualities.
In essence, Kirizuma transforms the limitations of compact living into an opportunity for connection, quietly supporting everyday routines, shared meals, and the moments that bring us together. (Less) - Popular Abstract
- Kirizuma is a dining table influenced by Japanese and Swedish form language that adapts to compact living in Japan, while still supporting everyday family meals and gatherings.
In cities like Tokyo and Kamagasaki, where tradition meets density, design must respond not only to spatial constraints but also to deeply rooted cultural rituals.
The table takes its name and form from the traditional kirizuma gable roof, echoing both protection and presence. At its core, the project examines how everyday furniture can adapt to spatial limitations and daily use. Its adaptable design allows it to expand and retract when needed, making space for more guests and family without overwhelming the room. What was once a limitation is now a possibility,... (More) - Kirizuma is a dining table influenced by Japanese and Swedish form language that adapts to compact living in Japan, while still supporting everyday family meals and gatherings.
In cities like Tokyo and Kamagasaki, where tradition meets density, design must respond not only to spatial constraints but also to deeply rooted cultural rituals.
The table takes its name and form from the traditional kirizuma gable roof, echoing both protection and presence. At its core, the project examines how everyday furniture can adapt to spatial limitations and daily use. Its adaptable design allows it to expand and retract when needed, making space for more guests and family without overwhelming the room. What was once a limitation is now a possibility, and people can be invited over without hesitation.
Each element of the design serves a purpose, both in how it functions and in how it brings people together, without demanding more space. The table is no longer just a functional object, but becomes a natural gathering point within a compact home.The table is made from 15 mm birch plywood, chosen for its strength and lightness, and assembled with wooden plugs among other techniques. A white-pigmented decor wax gives the surface a soft finish that highlights the material’s natural qualities.
In essence, Kirizuma transforms the limitations of compact living into an opportunity for connection, quietly supporting everyday routines, shared meals, and the moments that bring us together. (Less)
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- author
- Picha, Emelie LU
- supervisor
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- Jasjit Singh LU
- organization
- course
- IDEL01 20251
- year
- 2025
- type
- M2 - Bachelor Degree
- subject
- keywords
- Compact Living, Dining Table, Kirizuma gable roof, Spatial Limitations, Elements
- language
- English
- id
- 9207619
- date added to LUP
- 2025-07-07 08:36:24
- date last changed
- 2025-07-07 08:36:24
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In cities like Tokyo and Kamagasaki, where tradition meets density, design must respond not only to spatial constraints but also to deeply rooted cultural rituals.
The table takes its name and form from the traditional kirizuma gable roof, echoing both protection and presence. At its core, the project examines how everyday furniture can adapt to spatial limitations and daily use. Its adaptable design allows it to expand and retract when needed, making space for more guests and family without overwhelming the room. What was once a limitation is now a possibility, and people can be invited over without hesitation.
Each element of the design serves a purpose, both in how it functions and in how it brings people together, without demanding more space. The table is no longer just a functional object, but becomes a natural gathering point within a compact home.The table is made from 15 mm birch plywood, chosen for its strength and lightness, and assembled with wooden plugs among other techniques. A white-pigmented decor wax gives the surface a soft finish that highlights the material’s natural qualities.
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