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JAPANESE COLOUR, MODERN FORM — AIZOME CABINET

The Aizome Cabinet is a highly functional storage piece designed by Zoe Mowat for the Japanese furniture brand Ariake. Conceived for smaller spaces, it balances quiet, considered details with a bold colour palette drawn from traditional Japanese dyeing traditions. The cabinet acts as a canvas for ancient Japanese pigments — sumi ink, red dye, and two shades of Aizome (Japanese indigo) — applied to sustainably sourced ash. A concealed second handle and a recessed top surface for additional storage reveal the depth of thought behind its restrained exterior.

KEY FEATURES

• Designer: Zoe Mowat
• Colour palette: Traditional Japanese pigments — Aizome indigo (2 shades), sumi ink, and red dye
• Hidden details: Concealed second handle and recessed top surface for extra storage
• Space-conscious: Designed specifically for smaller rooms and urban apartments
• Material: Red ash with Japanese-inspired surface treatments
• Versatility: Suitable for home interiors, hotels, and design-forward commercial spaces

SPECIFICATIONS

• Designer: Zoe Mowat
• Brand: Ariake
• Materials: Red ash; sumi ink, red dye, and Aizome (Japanese indigo) surface treatments
• Dimensions: W: 800 mm / D: 400 mm / H: 1441 mm
• Lead time: 4–13 weeks — please contact us to confirm stock availability

USE CASES

• Hallway storage cabinet in a compact urban apartment
• Bedroom wardrobe or clothing storage in a smaller space
• Statement sideboard in a living or dining room
• Display cabinet for objects, books, or ceramics
• Design-forward storage for boutique hotels or hospitality interiors

CARE & MAINTENANCE

• Wipe with a soft, dry or lightly damp cloth
• Avoid prolonged exposure to direct sunlight to preserve the Japanese pigment finishes
• Do not use abrasive cleaners or chemical solvents on the surface
• The natural ash grain and pigment variation are characteristic of each handcrafted piece

ABOUT THE BRAND

Ariake is a Japanese furniture brand rooted in the craft traditions of the Ariake region of Kyushu. The brand collaborates with international designers to create furniture that bridges Japanese material culture and contemporary European design sensibility. Each piece is made with deep respect for natural materials, traditional techniques, and the slow, considered process of making.