POUL KJÆRHOLM IN KYOTO

Fritz Hansen Japan presents POUL KJÆRHOLM IN KYOTO to celebrate one of the most important figures in the history of furniture design. This exhibition will be held at Ryosokuin Temple in Kyoto, from December 21, 2024 to January 19, 2025. For this exhibition, an exclusive space expressing the fusion of eastern and western aesthetics will be curated. Poul Kjærholm is a Danish designer who is known for his aesthetic as a minimalist and sophisticated beauty of construction. His work is appreciated and renowned globally. Poul Kjærholm’s design has a uniqueness that blends into Western architecture as well as traditional Japanese-style interiors. However, it’s extraordinary affinity has rarely been discussed. This exhibition will focus on the origins of his extraordinary design, shedding new light on its attractions through his use of materials and constructions. Ryosokuin, one of the oldest temples in Kyoto, is located in the Higashiyama District of Kyoto. Its majestic atmosphere creates a space where serenity and elegance coexist. Here, the quietness and the outstanding presence of Kjærholm’s design resonates with the space to evoke a fresh sensation of awe. In this exhibition, furniture designed by Kjærholm will be displayed inside the temple so that the visitors can experience how his design echoes with the Japanese-style interior to give birth to a new form of beauty. The organization of this exhibition will be assisted by the students of Keita Tatara, the professor at the Kyoto Institute of Technology. In addition, a reissue of the original design will be presented for the first time in Japan to provide a rare opportunity to discover the new facet of Kjærholm’s design in a captivating way. POUL KJÆRHOLM IN KYOTO is a new experiment by Fritz Hansen Japan. This exhibition will also play an important role as a crossing point between Danish design and Japanese traditional architecture. Please come and join us to celebrate the universal beauty of his design and the harmony of its material and construction.