The name Kado unites two evocative concepts from Japanese culture: 角 (kado — angle or corner) and 華道 (kado — the art of flower arrangement). This dual reference finds expression in an essential composition where every element is defined by proportion, presence, and emptiness. Inspired by ikebana, the collection redefines the vase as a silent architecture — one that guides the gesture and welcomes the floral arrangement. Surfaces articulate through measured planes and subtle inclinations, creating volumes shaped by discreet geometry. In dialogue with Murano tradition, Kado is conceived so that light becomes an integral part of the design. As it travels through the glass, it reveals stratifications, depth, and chromatic variations. The collection is presented in sets of tall and low vases. The tall vase, crafted using the incamiciato technique, creates a calibrated depth between interior and exterior; its satin surface softly filters the light. The low vase, finished with moleria, offers a more diffused presence, allowing light to spread in balanced harmony. Kado establishes a measured tension between geometric rigor and compositional sensitivity, maintaining a precise equilibrium between density and lightness.
Colors and finishings
Murano blownglass
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II
Caramel/White/Aquamarine, Cognac
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IL
Sand/White/Brown, Sand
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IH
Indigo/White/Cognac, Aquamarine
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Keiji Ashizawa
Keiji Ashizawa is a Japanese architect and designer based in Tokyo, where he founded his studio in 2005. Over the years, he has built a strong international reputation through projects that combine architectural precision with a deep sensitivity to materials and craftsmanship. At the core of his philosophy is the concept of “honest design”: a process guided by logical thinking, openness, and a clear respect for context. Rather than imposing a form, Keiji develops each project through a careful observation of context, function, and materials. This method, deeply connected to craftsmanship, gives rise to spaces and objects that express clarity and a quiet strength. Each project is conceived holistically, allowing spatial identity, materials, and objects to evolve together within a unified vision. Through this multidisciplinary approach, Keiji Ashizawa has realized projects both in Japan and internationally, creating environments defined by restraint, balance, and a lasting sense of harmony.
