L Residence

Client
L Residence
Industry
Private residence
Date
2010
Place
Tokyo, Japan

Design/architecture and urban planning office of the famous architect, Kengo Kuma.

Creation of a washi tapestry for a private house.
The tapestry is stored in an electric sliding system. To avoid deformation and folding of the paper, a special washi called  igusa, is used for tatami washi mats.

The thicker washi threads have a straw-like interior and are stronger than koyori washi, making them less likely to bend.
It is woven into a lattice so that the washi can be made as flat as possible.