Sho Ota is a designer who engages in deep dialogue with material. A former furniture-maker in Japan, he blends craftsmanship and modern design principles with precision, exploring wood grain, texture, and unpolished surfaces in collectible furniture.

Craftsmanship is something to cherish. In a design scene driven by constant innovation, Ota stands apart for his profound material understanding—carving volumes and textures to reveal the natural knots within. His craftsmanship slows time while keeping a keen eye on the future, offering an approach to design that feels both traditional and timelessly new. 

Portrait by Yuta Sawamura

Photo by Pier Carlo Quecchia