Milan, Italy
Mixing Eastern and Western traditions, the Setsu & Shinobu Ito Design Studio benefits from its creators’ experience in different fields of design. Born from the Itos’ marriage, the studio’s mission is to explore the interaction between humans, products, and their surroundings; their designs are based on the observation of behavior. Setsu and Shinobu’s projects have curvilinear and unlimited forms, creating a visual connection with the object and adding all-around value.
The Fuller, designed for Sawaya & Moroni, is a sculptural sofa that provides seating on all of its surfaces. Placed in the center of a room, this object becomes a source of natural energy.
The Swa Cell is an outdoor chair in a wooden frame, with an awning that can be lowered to provide privacy and tranquility. It was designed for Fornasarig.
Inspired by the vertical inori Japanese prayer position and designed for FIAM Italia, Inori is a bookshelf with glass cubicles for storing treasured possessions. The multifunctional shelves can be freely arranged.
Lib(e)ro is a set of urban modular space separators that incorporate different functions. Made from discarded shipping containers, this system can be used to create independent microenvironments.