Journal
Autumn in Japan: A Soulful Season’s First Impressions
Travel reflections and images from our first trip to Japan in the fall - why autumn is the season that reveals the true should of the place…
Tokyo: Two Faces of the Capital: From Still Mornings to Neon Nights
Discover the vivid contrast of Tokyo in autumn - tranquil temple mornings, vibrant city lights, and everything in between…
Kamakura: A Golden Day of Stillness - Shrines, Sea & Mt.Fuji
A peaceful day in Kamakura, Japan - exploring quiet shrines, golden beaches, backstreets with hidden temples, and magical moment with Mt.Fuji….
Kyoto: Layers of the Sacred - Stillness, Detours & The Spirit of the City
Discover the spiritual heart of Japan in Kyoto. We walk through ancient streets, stumble into sacred silences, and find unexpected beauty beyond guidebooks…
Osaka: Ancient Stones & Neon Streets - Where Old Japan Meets the New
Discover Osaka in Autumn - a city where ancient castle reflect in the still water and neon lights flood the night with energy. From the serene beauty of Osaka-jo to the sensory overload of Dotonbori…
The Secret Garden of Florence: A Hidden Muse for My Iris-Inspired Designs
Take a walk though Florence to discover the secret garden that inspired my iris-themed botanical collection. Quiet corner that sparked a deeply personal recollection, blending memory, nature and design…
Mood Board as a Compass: Building a Collection from the Inside Out
Discover how I used mood board to guide the creation of my iris-inspired textile designs. A behind-the-scenes look into my process…
Winter Like No Other: A Journey Through Japan’s Quietest Season
Travel with us to Japan during late winter - a season often overlooked, yet quietly abundant. From plum blossoms to Torii gates. Story of stillness, subtle colour, and unexpected beauty….
The Magic Detour: Finding Stillness on Miyajima Island
An unexpected stop in Miyajima became one of the most poetic moments of the trip. A visual essay on letting the wonder in - especially when it’s not part of the plan…
Winter Peony: Beauty in the Harshest Season
Protected by hand-tied straw huts, winter peonies bloom against all odds in Tokyo’s park. In this piece, I explore their quiet symbolism, the contrast of fragility and resilience…
The Inspiration Behind “Winter Like No Other”: A Mood Board Story
Step inside the making of our winter-inspired textile design collection. From plum blossoms and pine trees to textured velvet and bamboo. Intimate look at slow creation…
Designing with Seasons in Mind: The Slow Art of Ikebana
How can ancient Japanese floral traditions guide modern design? This post draws from the slow, intentional beauty of ikebana to reflect seasonal presence in our work….