tempo | Mastermade Goods

PIERRE JEANNERET DESIGN MADE BY PHANTOM HANDS

'Phantom Hands' is a metaphor for generations of artisans whose contributions manifest in each piece of furniture we make. Phantom Hands makes handcrafted, design-driven contemporary furniture. Our workshop in Bangalore, India is an ecosystem of skilled carpenters, wood polishers, cane weavers, upholsterers, and tailors from craft communities across the country. We work with wood, fabrics, cane, metal, etc., and collaborate with furniture and textile designers to create collections that build on the heritage of Indian craftsmanship and design. Our furniture is a culmination of centuries of craft knowledge and skills, passed on from generation to generation. The name 'Phantom Hands' is an homage to the legacy of these past artisans whose contributions manifest in each piece we make. - Phantom Hands

TORCHIN & COCOLAN YAME SHOUCHIN WASHI PAPER AND ASH BASE BATTERY LANTERNS FOR TEMPO

This month, o-Bon chōchin (paper lantern) artisans Shiraki Kougei announced the release of Torchin, a series of portable, contemporary lamps crafted under the consulting and production advice of Nakagawa Masashichi Shoten and in collaboration with design unit Tent. Based in Fukuoka Prefecture, Shiraki Kougei specializes in the regional Yame style of o-Bon chōchin — washi paper-covered lanterns with hibukuro (firebox) frames of spiraled split-bamboo strips or wire. The new Torchin series translates five simple geometric shapes — circle, oblong, oval, square and bell — into three-dimensional firebox forms that echo Yame ellipsoids. A simple cylindrical beechwood stand transforms each Torchin into a table lamp that can also be held like a torch. Nothing interrupts Tent’s contemporary design of clean lines. The shade’s translucent washi is left white, a touch-sensitive round button is positioned to neatly cover the firebox opening at the top and, as a rechargeable lamp with a running time of up to 35 hours on its dimmest setting, no unsightly cable is needed when in use. - The Japan Times

HASAMI POCERLAIN - RAW, MODULAR, STACKABLE, MADE IN HASAMI, NAGASAKI, JAPAN

The charm of HASAMI PORCELAIN lies in the feeling when the vessel touches your hand or mouth. Compared to porcelain, it has a tighter, sharper feel, and a softer, more organic feel than regular porcelain. The matte texture and color brought about by the unique texture of the material will not feel out of place when paired with any kind of food, and will complement your food and drinks. Unlike tableware that is mass-produced in a single factory, HASAMI PORCELAIN tableware requires manual work in many processes, including glazing. The division of labor has been passed down in the Hasami region's pottery industry since ancient times, and multiple kilns are involved in the production, and the environment inside the kilns changes depending on the season and temperature. For this reason, each piece of HASAMI PORCELAIN has its own individuality, with the base material being reddish and the texture of the glaze changing. There may be slight individual differences in form and size. Such individuality is unique to ceramics and creates a unique landscape. Therein lies the inherent charm of ceramics, which is not found in uniform industrial products.

PARABOOT DEBUT AT TEMPO DESIGN STORE - SELECTION FOR SPRING & SUMMER HAS NOW ARRIVED

Paraboot is a French shoe brand founded over 100 years ago. The headquarters is situated in Izeaux in the French Alpes near Grenoble. We manufacturer shoes using the traditional methods for optimum comfort and function. Our Norwegian and Goodyear welted shoes are all made in France. (We are the biggest manufacturer of Norwegian welted shoes in the world.) The Blake stitched shoes are made in France, Italy and Spain. The legendary strength and durability of the Paraboot shoes is attributed to the quality of the component materials. We only use the best European leathers tanned following traditional methods. Beside this, we have our own rubber outsole factory, which is a strength and a unique feature for the brand. Our rubber soles are all unique to Paraboot and are renowned for comfort and durability. The rubber soles owe their suppleness and longevity to the latex of the Hevea rubber tree. More than 150 manual actions are needed to make one pair of Paraboot shoes. Every pair is like a unique piece of artwork.

HENDER SCHEME UNISEX ACCESSORIES AND FOOTWEAR MADE EACH SEASON FOR TEMPO DESIGN STORE

Ryo Kashiwazaki was born in Tokyo in 1985. While in college 2005, he started shoe making as a part-time job. Later in 2008 he began repairing shoes. He then launched Hender Scheme in 2010 at the historical neighborhood of Asakusa in Tokyo, a place known for centuries of leather tanning and boot making traditions. Now, his brand Hender Scheme exhibits two seasons per year, Winter Spring season and Summer Fall season. In addition to creating unisex footwear, Ryo Kashiwazaki experiments designing all sorts of accessories, clothing and homeware objects as well as taking vintage shirts, vintage furniture or new Vitsœ furniture and embellishing them. Ryo Kashiwazaki is extremely grateful to have established a very strong relationship its artisans, and to have received worldwide support for his creations.

KAMARO'AN, TAIWANESE DESIGN HOUSE AND HIGH END ACCESSORIES CRAFT BRAND

Weaving spans all our products, likely because body memory holds a special importance in tribal culture. In the past, there was no written language, so history and knowledge were passed down through oral tradition, songs, and physical labor. For instance, when Imay was young, her father taught her to dive, observing the sea, waves, and tides, and those memories are imprinted in her body. Weaving involves a similar physical memory—a way for younger generations to feel connected to their ancestors. - Kamaro'an

COLDFRAME HANDMADE 925 STERLING SILVER JEWELRY FOR WOMEN AND MEN

COLDFRAME, inspired from the nature of historical periods in Korea and the portrayals of landscapes and human body, is a handcrafted everyday fine jewelry brand based in Seoul. Each pieces in sterling silver, gold and natural gemstones document the balance of vintage and modern, allowing the brand to create timeless pieces that can be worn and styled throughout all ages, genders and nationalities. Heahee Park, CEO and designer of COLDFRAME, is strengthening the brand with its unique and matchless collections since the summer of 2014. COLDFRAME proudly produce pieces from the hands of the artisan in the center of Korea, Seoul.

MACKINTOSH UNISEX SILHUETTES OILED COTTON AND RAINTEC RAINCOATS

Since 1824 Mackintosh has been one of the world’s most influential coat makers. The DNA of the brand surrounds its craftsmanship, unequalled expertise in the manipulation of rubberized fabric and the constant evolution of its designs. The brand has become synonymous with its outerwear products, but also with the introduction of new collections, including the Mackintosh Mainline and collaborations with some of the world’s leading fashion houses.

TOMAYA PEBBLES AND TRIPOD STOOLS IN A WORLD OF DESIGN AT TDS MG

Tomaya Studio, founded in 2022 by the visionary duo Tom and Maya, has garnered acclaim for its profound commitment to creating meaningful design. The studio operates on the belief that design extends beyond mere aesthetics, focusing on crafting objects that become 'companions for everyday life.' By seamlessly blending form and function, Tomaya's creations emphasize the intrinsic connection between individuals and the objects they use daily. Each piece is thoughtfully designed to enhance the human experience, transforming ordinary actions into extraordinary moments.

ÉCOLE DE PENSÉE UNISEX GARMENTS MADE IN SMALL BATCHES FOR BOTH MEN AND WOMEN

Founded in 2014, École de Pensée was born with the idea of developing a utility room that transcends trends and time. The brand's approach is to create season after season coherent collections, evolving while maintaining a balance in cuts, materials and clothing. Always made with the greatest attention to detail, the School of Thought pieces are made according to the rules of the art, using meticulously selected fabrics from English, Italian, Japanese and Portuguese mills.

LIMITED EDITION SMALL BATCH SELVEDGE DENIM BY STUDIO D’ARTISAN FOR TDS MG

1970’s , the time of rapid economic growth in Japan, wave of economy made a value of “mass production” “mass consumption” permeated to all the country. This is the biggest impact for “Jeans industry” which replace new denim fabrics made by new loom as “mass production” instead of selvedge denim made by old loom, Because of lack of productivity. STUDIOD’ARTISAN & SA established in 1979 by a designer who learned it in France.It was very successful to reproduce and to take over the history of “real Jeans” made by old loom found in Okayama which fabric has especially tight, slubby, fading, those disappeared with value of “mass production”.

HANSEN SPRING SUMMER 2025 COLLECTION EXCEEDS ALL EXPECTATIONS - ELEGANT APPROACH TO NATURAL-WEAR WITH LINEN AND COTTON

HANSEN Garments was founded in Copenhagen in 2010 by Aase Helena Hansen and Per Chrois Christensen and is still privately owned and run by a small and dedicated team. The philosophy behind Hansen is not about big business, but about making it personal and building strong lasting partnerships with similar minded people, all sharing the same passion for investment dressing and great garments. The silhouette connects the ruggedness of work wear with finer tailoring references. Each season-less range of garments is crafted to withstand the elements and engage with society. HANSEN garments are straightforward, and the collections are not tied down by seasonal trends or any categories. Every collection is a composition or arrangement of colours and fabrics. They all play a significant part being light or dark, rugged or refined. The contrasts within the collection are essential and it matters what and how you feel when you experience the HANSEN Garments.

BUAISOU HAND-DYED INDIGO NORENS / CURTAINS AT TEMPO DESIGN STORE

To “thrive in the hometown of indigo dye,” BUAISOU was established in Kamiita-Cho, Tokushima Prefecture in 2015. All processes, which were traditionally divided into separate specializations, are carried out within BUAISOU; from cultivating the raw indigo, fermenting the indigo leaves (Sukumo), dyeing, designing, all the way to production. We also make efforts in introducing the charm of natural indigo through offering workshops and other various activities. Indigo dyeing is characterized by deep beautiful color and fastness. This is achieved using only indigo leaves, lye, bran, and shell lime. In 2018, we were able to realize our original dream of making hand-dyed indigo jeans. BUAISOU’s future goal is to grow our own cotton and weave it by ourselves.