Kumiko Shear Wall

building materials

This is a load-bearing wall created by traditional Japanese patterns and Kumiko craft technique. Taking advantage of the characteristics of “viscosity and embeddability” of wood, traditional processing techniques and contemporary wood structure analysis technology were combined to develop a product that could become a future tradition. Compared to conventional bearing wall systems such as diagonal bracing or lattice structure, it is characterized by its delicate, modern, and sophisticated Japanese design. As a bearing wall that combines the functions (earthquake resistance, lighting, ventilation) and design aesthetic required for modern lifes