Origami in an unusual style. A unique and unconventional origami image

Origami means “folded paper” in Japanese. Classic origami is made from a square sheet of paper, but other formats are allowed - rectangular, polygonal, round. This type of decorative and applied art is widespread not only in Japan and China, but also in Korea, Germany and Spain. However, European traditions are less explored and lost in history, while the eastern ones have become international art. Moreover, origami forms are borrowed and reproduced in different areas - both in architecture and in industrial design.

Israeli designer Ofir Zucker, in tandem with Ilan Gharibi, created the Palmas collection of ceramic vases. The rhythmic texture emphasizes the laconicism of the form.

Modular lamps in the shape of animals (rhinoceros, deer and ram) were designed by Chilean designer Veronica Posada and Italian designer Elio Di Carlo.

The unusual collection of Molecules lamps was invented by Ilan Garibi in collaboration with the design bureau Aqua Creations. The frame is wooden, the lampshade is made of paper.

Chairs and armchairs by the famous Spanish designer Patricia Urquiola have a metal frame and a choice of upholstery (fabric, leather or combination).

Origamex is a collection of versatile furniture designed by Albert Viera. The models, according to the author, can be used both in the interior and to decorate the garden plot.

Nina Bruhn presented her variation of an origami-style chair. Bright contrasting combinations of base and seat, ergonomic shape make the model practical and very attractive.

A box always seems very big or small, so designer Patrick Sung came up with the Universal Packaging System, or UPACKS. The packaging allows you to wrap the product in any shape, while maintaining its structural elasticity and protecting the contents.

A functional wardrobe with varnished wood fronts was invented by the Reflex-Angelo design studio.

The table, designed by Japanese designer Shige Hasegawa, consists of a glass top and an original flower-shaped wooden leg, which is assembled without a single nail.

This table was created by George Rice of Formtank. The structure is laser cut from a single sheet of steel. The folds are made by hand.

Flux, proposed by tandem Duv Jacobsen and Tom Schouten, transforms into a comfortable chair in less than 30 seconds. Available in 8 colors and complemented by a pillow.

Designer Mirko Kirsha suggested assembling the Origami Falt Lamp himself. The sheet of metal has perforations in places where the material needs to be bent. This lamp can be assembled in a few minutes.

The gadget industry is constantly updated. The Elecom nendo Orime Mouse, developed by the Japanese company Elecom, is a great example.

The Miyo Lamp origami lamp is created from LED paper. Works for several hours. Can be installed on both vertical and horizontal surfaces.

Isis folding chairs are ideal for furnishing public and private interiors. They take up little space and can be modified in two movements. Idea by Jacques Phipps and Giulio Lanzetti.

Garden furniture from the Rest collection of the Spanish architectural tandem A-cero Studio is created in the style of origami.

The body of the Faceted Wall Clocks, designed by the design bureau Raw Dezign, is made of bright polymer. A rich range of colors allows you to choose the option that suits your specific interior.

The Faz ceiling lamp was designed by Ramon Esteve for the French company Vondom. The lampshade is made of polymer that imitates the texture of paper.

Origami is a lamp model proposed by architect Nina Olsen. Various color options are possible.

It is possible to reproduce a complex shape from metal and give it incredible lightness. Thus, in the hands of architect Bill Phillips, a structural element - the staircase - turned into an elegant dominant feature of the interior.

Milk Design designers, inspired by the art of origami, created Thumbs paper lamp. The lampshade is made of paper and bamboo, which is formed on a frame with wooden pegs. The stand does not need screws or glue, its parts are firmly connected together.

The Crushed series of Chinese porcelain tableware, handcrafted by Julien de Smedt, looks more like paper architectural models than ordinary household items.

Wall clock Mustard and Gray , invented by the team of authors Design , have a convex volumetric shape. Hyperscale is a trend that is used in industrial design and determines the original shape of objects.

Swedish designer Lukas Dahlen developed the design of pendant lamps, which received the simple name Ori collection. By and large, each of the lamps consists of a piece of sheet metal, which is folded in a special way like paper origami.

Boris Ignatov proposed a model of a coffee table combined with a newspaper rack. The basis of the design is metal.

The design of the Origami table is patented by its inventors, Anthony Dickens and Tony Wilson, and is manufactured by Innermost. The design of the table is simple. The legs are attached to the glass tabletop without fixation, they are easily detached and can be packed for storage or transportation.

A social project - a prefabricated house for the homeless - Cocoon - proposed by designer Hwang Kim. The model can be used as an alternative to a tent.

Origami cranes became the basis of the new Origami birds collection, proposed by Danish designer Louis Campbell. Combination with flat wall finishing options allows you to create interesting optical effects.

Japanese designer Naoki Kawamoto created the concept of the Orishiki origami suitcase. Each of the plates in this suitcase has its own fastening, which allows it to be tightly connected to another plate. The result is an origami suitcase in which you can transport any shaped object.

Israeli design studio Studio Ve created the original Tweet watch, which shows time in three dimensions.

American designer Anton Willis has developed a compact and lightweight kayak boat, ORU kayak, which folds in 5 minutes like origami and fits into a small suitcase. The kayak is made of a sheet of corrugated plastic, which should be bent strictly along the lines drawn on top, and additional accessories, oarlocks and oars, should be attached.

The original design of a wall or ceiling can be super original. Ronan and Erwan Bouroullec, who came up with the three-dimensional decor Clouds wall tiles for the Kvadrat company, are sure of this.

Designer Laura Kishimoto presented an original chair model called The Saji Chair. The chair is made of mild steel and ash veneer.

The Prismatic table from the international concern Vitra, created by Isamu Noguchi, has a special multifaceted shape that allows you to place several identical models side by side and get a long table.

The material was prepared by Elena Ruban.

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Still, origami is a very contagious thing, not so long ago I showed you a selection, and today I present 10 of the most beautiful and unusual origami masters from around the world.

1) Heron

I had no idea that such complex and beautiful origami could be made from a small piece of paper measuring 37 by 37 centimeters.

2) Bears


Great job using two-color paper - one side black, the other white. They turned out to be very cute faces. Am I the only one who thinks they're smiling? :)

3) Scorpio


Great job from Robert J. Lang. - after all, paper animals are a classic and one of the most beautiful themes in the ancient art of origami.

4) Bow


We smoothly move on to other topics - origami onions (the ones that are edible) from designer Philip Chapman-Bell (USA). By the way, it looks a lot like the dome of a church.

Cute origami again on the theme of animals - a pig that looks like a piggy bank.

One of the most beautiful origami, I can just see a pond or an aquarium where fish feed.

7) Iron Man

Classic origami made from a square piece of paper - iron man.

8) Cancer


How can you make such a complex figure from a single sheet of paper? It seems almost impossible to me, but Siho Madona did it. I used a square sheet with a side of 72 cm. I just want to say “It looks like it’s alive,” but there are no live boiled crayfish.

9) Locust


But this origami is really like a real and living locust. An unusually beautiful project by Robert Lang made of 30x30 cm paper.

Does the scary grin on a carnival mask inspire fear? Or does she just look like Hercule Poirot? In any case, this origami masterpiece rightfully takes pride of place in this selection of the ten most beautiful and unusual origami.

Japanese bonsai and the art of origami are once slowly conquering the world with giant leaps. In addition to souvenirs and other masterpieces of modern art, designers also create more useful things, functional household and household items. And today we have a review of just such origami style items, created under the influence of Japanese inspiration.

Origami computer mouse

The angular, irregularly shaped mouse from Nendo is made of plastic, but looks as if masters of the ancient Japanese art of origami worked long and hard on it. It looks original and stylish, costs about $80, but a suspicious user will doubt how convenient it will be to use. Still, the appearance of the device gives rise to certain thoughts... Although, what if appearances are deceptive?

Conceptual origami phones

Almost all of the gadgets presented in this review are already folded into origami sculptures. But not this device. The flat concept phone Origami Phone can be folded and unfolded, as if it were made of paper or cardboard. In fact, the material was ultra-thin plastic, thanks to which we got the development of an ultra-light phone. The display, microphone, speaker, SIM card slot and the microcircuits necessary for the device to operate are built into a flat surface. Such a minimalist design is the only thing this device could hope for.

Designers continue to exploit e-paper technologies. Another attempt to create a folding phone comes from the Inventables studio. They came up with a phone that is not completely wrinkled and folds into figures, but with a folding and unfolding display.

Portable origami speakers

When folded, this thing is no different from a regular keychain or a toy that is attached to a lanyard for a phone. A toy, yes... But functional, according to the developer. In fact, these are portable compact speakers for a player, phone, tablet...

Origami table lamp

Paper for origami devices can be not only electronic, but also LED. Like here, for example, in the Miyo Lamp origami lamp. When at rest, the lamp looks like a sheet of thick paper folded into traditional origami triangles. If light is needed, you should bend as many “corners” as required to create the appropriate atmosphere. The larger and the wider they are open, the lighter they are.

Origami Wall Lamp

All the same LEDs, covered with origami triangle corners, but a much larger-scale form of the lighting fixture. Light Form is no longer just a lamp, it is already a luminous wall. Need to lose a few dozen calories? All that is required is to manually bend the corners of this amazing wall lamp.

Decorative origami lamp

The colorful triangles of this origami night light are no longer made of paper. They are attached to the frame so that they can rotate and bend autonomously. So what form this device will take today or tomorrow is up to its happy owner to decide.

Origami spoon

Not for soup or borscht, but you can pour sugar into a cup and stir with this spoon. Creative Origami Spoon is a pattern unto itself. To make a spoon from a flat piece of wood, you need to bend it along the cuts you made.

Origami tables

Perhaps the shape of these tables from the Manifold series is not very origami, but they are made according to all the rules of this art. One sheet, in this case iron, is one product. Simple, even a little stingy, but original and stylish in its own way.

The ancient Japanese art of paper folding has become a fashion trend in the 21st century. For modern designers, the origami technique is a source of inspiration when creating furniture, decorative elements and lamps. The result of their creativity is indeed very similar to paper prototypes: the same “folds” formed by clear edges and geometric edges turn into amazing and original shapes.

Origami, which previously fit in the palm of your hand, has now greatly increased in size. It can fill the interior with sculptural creativity and reflect your love for non-standard objects.

The imagination of designers turns trivial things that surround us in the house into incredible futuristic objects. But at the same time, they are very convenient to use, because for designer origami the same practical materials are often used as for other things with a similar function - wood, textiles, leather, metal, glass, plastic, and sometimes the traditional option, paper with special coating.

We decided to introduce you to the world of designer origami in the interior in all its diversity. We ended up with 3 clear directions - according to the type of objects, and therefore 3 parts in our large-scale series:

• in the first part you will see origami furniture (sofas and armchairs, chairs and tables, shelves and chests of drawers);

• - about small but original decorative items in the spirit of origami (bed linen and curtains, vases and bowls, as well as unusual wall coverings);

• is entirely dedicated to origami lamps (they can take the shape of stars and cubes, books, birds and even fairy-tale dragons).

In each part of the interior origami series, we'll take a closer look at the most impressive objects created by designers, and then you'll see how diverse the home products are within this fashion trend.

If you're more of a minimalist, designer origami is an excellent way to express your personality while making your home memorable. But, most importantly, a clear versatility appears in the environment (in the literal sense of the word) and an effective focal point, freeing the laconic interior from monotony and blurred impressions.

We wish you a fascinating viewing!

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origami sofas, armchairs and chairs:

Such unusual furniture will reflect your creative individuality at the first glance at the interior.
sofa bed ORIGAMI by Andrea Lucatello for “Cattelan”:
A spectacular union of high Italian design and Japanese traditions - impeccably executed by a world-famous brand. It looks especially impressive in genuine leather, but is also available in faux leather and fabric.

Another practical use case is in a home where there is no room to place extra chairs. With a slight movement of the hand, several thin Fluxes will be transformed into original and comfortable places for guests. Available in 8 colors and can be complemented with a special pillow.

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origami tables - coffee and dining:

Origami-inspired tables look less unusual than seating furniture, but are much more original than their standard “brothers”. This section contains creative products from Augusto Mandelli & Walter Selva, Anthony Dickens, George Rice, Tian Zhen (lotus model), Sander Mulder, MIO, Global Views and other notable models, the most compact of which can also serve as a side table (a glass element is attached to the tabletop) and a stool.

The culture of the East is so original and multifaceted that it could not help but be reflected in the art of body painting. Origami tattoos are rare, so the owner of such a design is an extraordinary and deep person. What else can images of paper figures tell about and what can be said about the symbolic meaning of the images?

How the art of origami originated

Origami means "folded paper" in Japanese and is an ancient form of decorative art. Its essence is to fold the figure using one sheet of paper, without holding it together with glue. Japan is considered the birthplace of origami, although in fact the ancestors are the Chinese. In the Land of the Rising Sun, samurai gave each other crafts as a sign of strong friendship. Here they also came up with special symbols that were used in the development of circuits.

Paper was first invented in China, and the art became popular among the nobility and the upper echelons of society. Origami had religious roots and was often used in rituals. In Europe, there were similar techniques for folding paper figures, but the diagrams were not presented in as much detail as in the East.

Popular tattoo images

An origami-style tattoo in the modern art of body painting means inner harmony, the beauty of nature and a philosophical attitude towards life. It is suitable for both men and the fair sex, who are characterized by imagination and perseverance. Similar tattoos can often be seen among fans of Eastern culture.

The meaning of an origami tattoo depends on the image of a particular figure that carries a certain symbolic meaning. Let's take a closer look at the most common images.

• A crane tattoo symbolizes good health, goodness and happiness. This is one of the brightest and most revered images of Japanese mythology. According to legend, the crane took the form of a nomadic monk and helped people.
• An origami tattoo with a swan figurine is associated with immortality and the infinity of life. Like the crane, the bird helped the human soul leave the earthly world after death.
• Two butterflies represent family life, and one is considered a negative image, meaning excessive fussiness.
• The fox symbolizes power, mystical knowledge and strength.
• The rabbit figurine is a dual image. On the one hand, it means luck and good fortune, and on the other, debauchery and indecent behavior.

Execution technique

The “paper” style in body painting is organically combined with other styles. For example, origami tattoo designs look original in linework style. They are distinguished by brevity, clear geometric lines, and the predominance of one color. It is better to make such designs in a small size, then they will look beautiful on the wrist, arm or stomach.

Tattoos in the watercolor style attract with their airiness and tenderness, and the composition resembles a drawing with watercolors. A distinctive feature of the technique is the predominance of pastel colors and blurred contours. Watercolor is mainly preferred by girls, since the drawing emphasizes their femininity.