Wall Shelf Journal

Furniture Design

2 articles

Editorial illustration for Why Japanese Woodworking Joints Hold Without Nails—and What They Still Teach Modern Furniture Design
Objects & Finds

Why Japanese Woodworking Joints Hold Without Nails—and What They Still Teach Modern Furniture Design

Traditional Japanese woodworking joints achieve remarkable strength and stability through precise geometry and interlocking cuts, eliminating the need for nails or screws. This ancient craft's principles of integrating structural integrity with aesthetic beauty continue to influence modern furniture design.

Julian Adebayo·November 5, 2026
The Onde mirror and desk, featuring spherical motifs reminiscent of Malay glutinous rice balls, are showcased at Milan Design Week.
Culture Notes

Malay Cultural Memory Finds New Expression in Singaporean Furniture

At Milan Design Week, the Onde mirror and desk made an undeniable splash.

Julian Adebayo·August 9, 2026