Takanao Todo
Thailand
Takanao Todo is an architectural designer, ceramicist, lecturer and educator for supporting dyslexia in Japanese. His major contribution in design is realization of seamless integration from object, furniture, space and to the level of operation, while applying conceptual approach enabling to share the latent narrative to wider audiences. He is challenging how Japanese tea culture can evolve outside of Japan through design also. As Takanao is the first official dyslexic Japanese, his success encourages many dyslexia in Japan, as dyslexic social awareness in Japan is not well acknowledged. Access Takanao Todo Newsroom
Featured Designs
Takanao Todo
Light Art Installation
Prism glass wall reflect and refract existing urban panorama of the Chao Phraya River, one of the representative Bangkok's scenery. The structure made with 300 pieces of glass prisms supported by sand blast finish stainless steel offers alternative perspective with its prism light. There is no additional lighting in the structure not only minimizes energy consumption while serves as a critique of light pollution in current urban setting. The installation is a testament to the boundless possibilities of light art installation has been displayed in Asia-wide with its easy assembly system.
A' Lighting Projects and Light Art Design Award - Silver (2025) - Access Takanao Todo Light Art Installation Press Kit
Takanao Todo
Cafe
Koto Tea Space, a tranquil Japanese teahouse nestled in downtown Bangkok, brings the enchanting concept of "Shichu no Sankyo" to life a country retreat within the urban pulse. Concealed by wave-patterned ceramic tiles, the entrance shields from the city's chaos, warding off sunlight and rain. Inside, the Tea Salon boasts 6 seats and 2 tatami areas, offering a peaceful horizontal design reminiscent of Shugaku-in's signature shelf. With a focus on harmony, the existing structure, earthy walls, and natural lacquer-finished furniture unite to create an inviting coziness.
A' Interior Space, Retail and Exhibition Design Award - Bronze (2024) - Access Takanao Todo Cafe Press Kit