Comme des Garçons, the renowned fashion brand founded by Rei Kawakubo, ventured into furniture design with a limited series of creations in the 1980s and 1990s. This lesser-known line, aptly named “COMME des GARCONS Furniture,” was initially intended for store fixtures but gained popularity when an Italian furniture manufacturer expressed interest in selling it. The pieces, conceived by Rei Kawakubo herself, are characterized by their simplicity and unique approach to space. Rather than focusing solely on functionality, Kawakubo designed each item as an essential element that contributes to the overall spatial composition. Materials like concrete, iron, and lead were used, emphasizing form and aesthetics. The catalog features 28 distinct pieces, described abstractly to evoke imagination.
