Nendo

Japanese designer and architect Oki Sato(1977-) founded the design studio Nendo in 2002 after studying architecture at Waseda University in Tokyo. He has received numerous accolades, including Wallpaper's Designer of the Year in 2012, the Good Design Award, and the German Design Award. Sato has collaborated with brands like Starbucks, Puma, and Cappellini. His soft, minimalist style reflects Japanese clarity, aiming to transform how people interact with objects. His designs often incorporate small, evocative details that resonate with personal memories and experiences.