Takumi Kabinèt Perhiasan by Isabelle De Mari is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Perak in Desain Prabot Competition Category.
PerakPrabot· 2026
Takumi Kabinèt Perhiasan
Client: Olho Moveis Autorais
A' Design Award Perak Winner in Prabot Category
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About Takumi Kabinèt Perhiasan
Takumi yaiku kabinèt perhiasan sing nggabungake prinsip kerajinan Jepang karo konstruksi mebel kontemporer. Kabinèt iki nduwé limalas laci kanthi pinggiran sing dichamfer lan sistem geser sing didhelikake sing bisa mlaku tanpa panel samping, saéngga nyiptakake efek laci sing kaya ngambang. Bagéan njeroné dilapisi kulit alami lan dilengkapi pemisah suède sing bisa dicopot kanggo pangaturan sing luwes. Gagang kuningané dicithak nganggo metode lost-wax saka sisa potongan sing didaur ulang. Desain iki ngowahi panyimpenan perhiasan pribadi dadi rutinitas sing tenang lan tliti.
The Recognition
About the A' Design Award Perak
Takumi Kabinèt Perhiasan menang A' Design Award Perak, pangenalan sing prestisius banget sing diparingake marang desain tingkat dhuwur, endah lan nggumunake. Pemenang Perak iku karya sing sumunar banget lan kreatif banget sing nggambarake kaprigelan, bakat lan kaweruh para desainer. Takumi Kabinèt Perhiasan dikarepake dadi karya sing nggumunake, conto teladan, profesional banget lan inovatif banget. Desain sing menang A' Design Award Perak iki iku panemuan sing luar biasa banget lan dikagumi sing paring manfaat lan nyurung maju wates seni, sains, desain lan teknologi. Takumi Kabinèt Perhiasan iku ciptaan sing akeh sing ngirenake sing nggugah kekarepan, nggawa perasaan positif lan nuwuhake gumun lan kagum.
Behind the Design
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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- Takumi is a jewelry cabinet that merges Japanese craftsmanship principles with contemporary furniture design. Subtle chamfered details on the drawers create visual lightness while preserving structural clarity. The cabinet interior is lined with natural leather and organized through configurable suede compartments to protect delicate pieces. A brass handle cast using a jewelry-grade lost-wax technique becomes the symbolic jewel of the cabinet, transforming storage into an object of ritual and refinement.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Dimensions: 850 W x 450 D x 1200 H mm. Weight: 90 kg. Configuration: 15 drawers, customizable in quantity and internal sizing at order. Construction: non-disassemblable. Materials: MDF core clad in certified pau ferro veneer, water-based matte varnish, leather-lined interior, suede compartments, brass handles cast by lost-wax using reclaimed offcuts.
- Tags
- jewelry cabinet, Brazilian design, Japanese craftsmanship, chamfered details, concealed sliding system, brass casting, leather-lined interior, artisanal woodworking, contemporary furniture
- Production Technology
- Takumi features an MDF core for dimensional stability, clad in certified pau ferro veneer and finished with water-based matte varnish. A concealed sliding system operates without lateral panels, creating a floating drawer effect. The interior is lined with natural leather and removable suede dividers. Brass handles are cast through lost wax using reclaimed offcuts, reducing waste and optimizing production cost.
- Design Challenge
- The primary challenge was achieving visual lightness while accommodating fifteen drawers without visible structural reinforcement. Engineering a concealed sliding system that eliminated lateral panels required repeated testing and structural recalibration. Integrating lost-wax brass casting into the cabinet demanded coordination between furniture and metal production processes.
- Research
- The project developed a jewelry cabinet balancing visual lightness and structural clarity. Material tests and joinery studies defined construction, while iterative prototyping refined proportions and drawer performance. Observation of storage habits shaped the internal layout. Alignment and concealed sliding tests ensured precision. The result improves usability while reinforcing craft-based contemporary furniture design.
- Inspiration
- Takumi was inspired by the principles of Japanese craftsmanship and the intimate ritual of storing personal jewelry. The project investigates how restrained aesthetics and the lightness provided by refined woodworking details can structure a dignified container for meaningful objects. The name Takumi meaning master artisan, guided its development, while the incorporation of jewelry-making techniques into the brass handle reinforces the dialogue between the cabinet and the precious items it protects.
- Project Duration
- The project started in July 2025 in Sao Paulo, Brazil, and was completed in October 2025. It was officially launched in November 2025 as part of the Tokyo Collection, a broader furniture series inspired by Japanese culture and craftsmanship.
- Operation Flow
- Takumi offers a calm and deliberate experience when storing personal jewelry. The multiple drawers feature full extension slides, allowing complete visibility and effortless access to each compartment. The vertical organization creates a sense of order and clarity. Suede-lined dividers can be removed and repositioned, enabling flexible handling of pieces outside the cabinet. The interaction encourages a relaxed, attentive moment of care and organization.
- Team Members
- Designer: Isabelle De Mari
Designer: Filipe Melo
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