The Fall/Winter 2024 collection by Cole & Son Design House, portraits Shinrin Yoku known as ‘Forest Bathing,’ a Japanese practice of connecting with nature.
Come on a journey from Kyoto to Tokyo and discover the beautiful gardens of Japan, traditions old and new, arts and crafts and modern fashion. Shinrin Yoku invites balance, bliss and beauty to your home and a new movement to the world of interior design – alongside the well-known concept Ikigai. A real symbol of creative energy bringing harmonious elements together, and designs that inspire you to ‘Forest bathe’ in your home.
Twelve new hand-painted designs create an oasis of serenity with Bonsai Gardens to traditional chinoiseries, meditation patterns, floral landscapes that intertwine with kimono embroidery to fashion of our time. The collection features across natural materials including paperweave, grasscloth, natural silk and fibrous non-woven that mirrors the theme of the collection.
The art of Shinrin Yoku has inspired the design house by visiting the most extraordinary gardens and forests of Japan. The designs are painted with Japanese traditional watercolours and using calligraphy
Let the twelve designs inspire you; Bonsai Garden, Kaki Persimmon, Meditation Stone, Kawakubo, Japanese Chinoiserie, Japanese Woods, Scenic Flora, Floral Province, Lily Lotus, Tile Toile, Mountainscape, Pavillion.
Marie Karlsson, Creative & Managing Director, Cole & Son, notes: “The journey with the artist team from Kyoto to Tokyo has given us endless inspiration to continue our craft and inspire others. The collection unfolds a multidimensional vision defined by our inspirational communication and our meeting with the amazing culture of Japan. The colour palette features harmonious shades of green, pink, purple and autumnal bliss alongside vibrant shades. Dive into Shirin Yoku, experience pure elegance and connection with nature in your own home.”
Welcome harmony and balance into your home with Cole & Son’s new collection Shinrin YOKU, previewing at FOCUS/24.