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Takumi Kabinet Bizhuterish by Isabelle De Mari

Takumi Kabinet Bizhuterish by Isabelle De Mari is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Çmimi i Argjendtë A' Design Award in Dizajni i Mobiljeve Competition Category.


ArgjendiMobilje· 2026

Takumi Kabinet Bizhuterish

by Isabelle De Mari

Client: Olho Moveis Autorais

Çmimi i Argjendtë A' Design Award Winner in Mobilje Category

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The Design

About Takumi Kabinet Bizhuterish

Takumi është një kabinet bizhuterish që ndërthur parimet e zejtarisë japoneze me ndërtimin bashkëkohor të mobilieve. Kabineti ka pesëmbëdhjetë sirtarë me buzë të pjerrëta dhe një sistem rrëshqitës të fshehur që funksionon pa panele anësore, duke krijuar efektin e sirtarëve pluskues. Pjesa e brendshme është e veshur me lëkurë natyrale dhe e pajisur me ndarëse kamoshi të heqshme për një organizim fleksibël. Doreza prej tunxhi është derdhur me metodën e dyllit të humbur, duke përdorur mbetje materiali të ripërdorura. Dizajni e shndërron ruajtjen e bizhuterive personale në një rutinë të qetë dhe të vëmendshme.

The Recognition

About the Çmimi i Argjendtë A' Design Award

Takumi Kabinet Bizhuterish është fitues i Çmimit të Argjendtë A' Design Award, një njohje jashtëzakonisht prestigjioze që u akordohet dizajneve të nivelit më të lartë, mahnitëse dhe mbresëlënëse. Fituesit e Argjendtë janë vepra tejet brilante dhe jashtëzakonisht krijuese që ilustrojnë ekspertizën, talentin dhe mprehtësinë e shquar të dizajnerëve të tyre. Takumi Kabinet Bizhuterish pritet të jetë një vepër e mrekullueshme, vitrinë e vërtetë e mjeshtërisë, jashtëzakonisht profesionale dhe thellësisht inovative. Ky dizajn fitues i Çmimit të Argjendtë A' Design Award është një shpikje shumë e shquar dhe e admiruar që sjell dobi dhe zgjeron kufijtë e artit, shkencës, dizajnit dhe teknologjisë. Takumi Kabinet Bizhuterish është një krijim shumë i dëshiruar që ngjall dëshira, sjell ndjenja pozitive dhe zgjon habi e mahnitje.

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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