Jasoo. Rug and stool, 2022

WKND Lab  

Rug and stool combination inspired by an old Korean phrase “When the tiger used to smoke" meaning “once upon a time", and humor from folk paintings of bunnies holding the pipe for the tiger in horror. Jasoo – Korean embroidery is one of the representative oriental embroidery and has all the general characteristics of oriental embroidery. This piece is a collaboration of two generations – Rug is made by HyunJi Kim, a young tufting artist working in Seoul, and the embroidery is done by Bokhee Gwak, a skillful craftsman in Gyeonggi-do. When Tiger Used to Smoke: Collection implies the idea of long-term sustainability by working with masters of each field who deserve much more recognition and incorporating modern furniture design with our traditional culture to make it more approachable. WKND Lab specializes in various design disciplines, including material research, object design, furniture design, and art installation. With a focus on material-driven narratives, WKND Lab communicates its philosophy about the dynamic interplay between design, humanity, and the natural environment. From Tying wishes Series Jasoo Rug: (Fabric, multicolor) 120 x 100 x 5 cm Jasoo Stool: (fabric, silk, black) 30 x Ø 42 cm Heritage: Korea Unique piece Production time is 5 weeks.