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Takumi Ormarić za nakit by Isabelle De Mari

Takumi Ormarić za nakit by Isabelle De Mari is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Сребрна награда A' Design Award in Дизајн намештаја Competition Category.


СребрнаНамештај· 2026

Takumi Ormarić za nakit

by Isabelle De Mari

Client: Olho Moveis Autorais

Сребрна награда A' Design Award Winner in Намештај Category

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The Design

About Takumi Ormarić za nakit

Takumi je ormarić za nakit koji spaja principe japanskog zanatstva sa savremenom konstrukcijom nameštaja. Ormarić ima petnaest fioka sa zakošenim ivicama i skrivenim kliznim sistemom koji funkcioniše bez bočnih panela, stvarajući efekat lebdećih fioka. Unutrašnjost je obložena prirodnom kožom i opremljena uklonjivim pregradama od antilopa za fleksibilnu organizaciju. Mesingana ručka je izlivena metodom izgubljenog voska od recikliranih ostataka materijala. Dizajn pretvara odlaganje ličnog nakita u smirenu i pažljivu rutinu.

The Recognition

About the Сребрна награда A' Design Award

Takumi Ormarić za nakit је добитник Сребрне награде A' Design Award, изузетно престижног признања које се додељује врхунским, предивним и импресивним дизајнима. Добитници Сребрне награде неизмерно су бриљантна и изузетно креативна дела која илуструју изузетну стручност, таленат и оштроумност својих дизајнера. Очекује се да Takumi Ormarić za nakit буде дивно, узорно дело, запажено професионално и дубоко иновативно. Овај дизајн награђен Сребрном наградом A' Design Award веома је запажен, дивљен изум који користи и помера границе уметности, науке, дизајна и технологије. Takumi Ormarić za nakit је творевина којој многи завиде, која буди жеље, доноси позитивна осећања и изазива чуђење и дивљење.

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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