New Pieces From Norm Architects Grace the Karimoku Case Collection

The N-SW01 Swivel Chair and N-S02 Table, designed by Norm Architects, are the newest additions to the Karimoku Case lineup. The chair and table were created specifically for the BELLUSTAR TOKYO, a Pan Pacific Hotel, in the iconic Shinjuku district in Tokyo. Other pieces in the Karimoku Case collection can be found at the BELLUSTAR as well, adding an unmatched elegance to all interiors they inhabit.

A modern living room with light wood panel walls, a beige armchair (N-SW01 Lounge Chair from Karimoku Case), a low round coffee table with a vase and glass, and a curtain allowing natural light.

Karimoku Case, after making its debut at 3daysofdesign in Copenhagen in 2019, is known for their dedication to the highest quality natural materials, those that age with beauty over time. These pieces are thoughtfully crafted for the spaces they will eventually inhabit, with careful consideration paid to the constraints of the environment and the needs of the beings inside. Driven by a genuine love of wood and other materials that dot the Karimoku line, they are a leader in Japanese furniture – known for uncompromising production methods and the highest possible quality standards.

A light-filled room with sheer curtains, featuring a round beige armchair, N-SW01 Lounge Chair from Karimoku Case, next to a round wooden coffee table holding a vase with a green plant, a teacup, saucer, and a glass of water.

Copenhagen-based Norm Architects is a multidisciplinary studio honed by the principles of balance. Founded in 2008, their ethos starts, “Guided by the body and mind rather than by trends or technology, their projects explore ideas that not only look good, but feel good too: Architecture becomes thoughtful, minimalism acquires softness and visual matter assumes haptic qualities.” Revolving around the concept of “re-sensualizing” the built environment, they embrace the ever-present need as humans to be included, autonomous, and aware.

A minimalist living room with a beige armchair, the N-SW01 Lounge Chair from Karimoku Case, a black modern floor lamp, and a round wooden coffee table with a plant and a glass. Beige curtains cover the wall.

The beautiful grain of the wood base balanced perfectly with the elegant proportions of the N-SW01 Swivel Chair makes for a pretty stately interior. The height of the back offers a comfortable amount of privacy. This gives the user the option to focus individually if needed, or engage with those around you. The chair offers minimal pitch, promoting active sitting and a sense of energy, while the upholstery and sensitivity to form relationship take this minimalist design to the next level.

A modern grey armchair, the N-SW01 Lounge Chair from Karimoku Case, sits beside a round wooden table with a plant and a mug, in front of tall, white curtains.

Minimalistic living room featuring two N-SW01 Lounge Chairs from Karimoku Case, a circular coffee table with decorative items, and large windows with sheer white curtains. A ribbed pendant light hangs overhead.

Minimalist living room with neutral tones featuring a gray armchair, N-SW01 Lounge Chair from Karimoku Case, a small table with a globe decoration, a low wooden bench by the window, and contemporary décor.

The careful symmetry and pleasing form of the Karimoku collection is showcased here, at one of the BELLUSTAR TOKYO’S beautiful suites. Visually serene yet obviously luxurious, the interplay of the distinct pieces in the collection add to the harmony of the scene. Separately or together, these forms are at once unpretentious and elegant.

A cream-colored, modern armchair, the N-SW01 Lounge Chair from Karimoku Case, with a round seat and cylindrical wooden base set against a plain, beige wall.

A modern beige armchair, N-SW01 Lounge Chair from Karimoku Case, with a circular base sits against a plain light-colored wall on a stone tile floor.

A beige, cylindrical chair with a wooden base, the N-SW01 Lounge Chair from Karimoku Case, is positioned against a plain, grayish wall on a polished concrete floor.

A modern, dark brown upholstered armchair with a cylindrical base , the N-SW01 Lounge Chair from Karimoku Case, sits against a plain beige wall on a tiled floor.

A brown, modern upholstered chair, N-SW01 Lounge Chair from Karimoku Case, with rounded backrest and cylindrical base sits on a slate-colored tile floor against a plain beige wall.

A modern, dark gray upholstered chair, the N-SW01 Lounge Chair from Karimoku Case, is positioned against a plain beige wall on a tile floor. The chair features a round base and a backrest with a rolled edge.

Wooden coffee table with a square design, N-S02 Table from Karimoku Case, featuring two books and a small ceramic bowl on top. The background consists of a neutral, textured wall and a gray tiled floor.

The N-S02 Table, designed to live within the rest of the N-S02 family, is a brief, solid respite from the cushions that soften the rest of the collection. This piece boasts exquisitely crafted joinery, traditional production techniques, and a seamless transition to the rest of the line. The N-S02 Table will be available in Pure Oak, Smoked Oak, Grain Matte Black, and the new Keyaki Brown.

Modern living room featuring beige and gray seating, a dark wooden backdrop, a wall inset with a small sink, and a glass coffee table. A geometric decorative object is on a wooden surface.