Hospitality
Kyoto Tea House
Year
2024
Client
Private Commission
Location
New York, NY
Services
Interior Design, Art Direction
The Concept
Drawing from wabi-sabi principles, the design celebrates imperfection and transience. Hand-troweled plaster walls, charred timber (shou sugi ban), and paper screens create an atmosphere of deep shadow and soft light.
The Execution
A contemporary interpretation of traditional Japanese hospitality. This space is dedicated to the art of tea and the ceremony of presence.