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nendo Shares New, Minimalist Furniture for Ichidoº

Japanese home furnishings brand nendo recently created several new pieces of furniture for Ichido, beginning with the modular soft brick sofa. It features cube-shaped cushions that are staggered, similar to a brick wall. You can change the sofa by connecting multiple units together. The accompanying side table is also modular – connect to the end or place it in the middle of the sofa. Between the cushions you’ll see a small gap between the double-stitching that shows a different fabric, it’s this that makes the units appear linear and joined together.

Brick Sofa

Brick Sofa

collection of blocky furniture on white background

Brick Sofa

blocky beige sofa on white background

Brick Sofa

detail of blocky beige sofa on white background

Brick Sofa

blocky dark grey sofa on white background

Brick Sofa

blocky grey sofa and chair on white background

Brick Sofa

rectangular black dining table on white background

Cave Table

Legs shaped like large semicircle halves sitting back to back are the signature of cave tables. The solid legs are steel, capped with a thin and lightweight tabletop featuring an aluminum honeycomb panel. Circular and square tables only require one leg, while longer tables need two for stability. To maintain its matte finish, the surface is covered with Fenix – it can also repair minor scratches if heat is applied. Linear and solid, soft and light.

detail of rectangular black dining table on white background

Cave Table

round black dining table on white background

Cave Table

detail of round black dining table on white background

Cave Table

square black dining table on white background

Cave Table

metal framed sofa covered in light grey cushions

Straddle Sofa

A steel frame and cushions make up straddle. Shaped like an inverted Y, the cushions are sandwiched in place by the two-layered frame – straddling it. Its plump silhouette is soft and voluminous, while the frame stays sharp. The straddle series includes armchairs, two-seat sofas, three-seat sofas, and ottomans.

metal framed chair covered in brown cushions

Straddle Chair

back of metal framed chair covered in brown cushions

Straddle Chair

metal framed chair covered in brown cushions and matching ottoman

Straddle Chair

collection of grey metal tables on white background

Twins Tables

Each twins table is made up of two connected single iron plate panels that have been bent into a U-shape. The space in between cleverly hides cords and cables. Pieces are easily attached and detached from each other, which allows for experimentation with color combinations. Different sizes and heights are available in both circle and square tabletops.

Twins Tables

two round grey tables on white background

Twins Tables

detail of grey metal side table

Twins Tables

detail of grey metal side table

Twins Tables

To learn more about the latest from nendo and for purchase info, visit nendohouse.co.jp.

Photography by Akihiro Yoshida.

Kelly Beall is Director of Branded Content at Design Milk. The Pittsburgh-based writer and designer has had a deep love of art and design for as long as she can remember, from Fashion Plates to MoMA and far beyond. When not searching out the visual arts, she's likely sharing her favorite finds with others. Kelly can also be found tracking down new music, teaching herself to play the ukulele, or on the couch with her three pets – Bebe, Rainey, and Remy. Find her @designcrush on social.