I IN Interiors

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Discover the luxurious and sensory world of I IN, the celebrated Japanese interior design studio transforming the world of interiors with its vibrant and unique use of colour, shapes, and materials. Unwilling to be constrained by pre-existing paradigms, I IN employs familiar tools to achieve innovative and out-of-the-box designs. The two principals, originating from Tokyo, share their methodologies and values in this, their first dedicated publication.

Within these pages, readers will delve into the world of Japanese design conventions and witness the duo's artful balance between preserving their heritage and propelling it into new realms in terms of the final product and the process. Luxury, a fundamental pillar for I IN, takes on an evolved and holistic meaning for the future. Showcasing 13 of the studio's most iconic projects, the following pages have been meticulously curated and designed to inspire and evoke feelings of serenity and luxury.

Author Bio

Franois-Luc Giraldeau , a Canadian writer and editor, initially trained as an architect before shifting his focus to various creative and entrepreneurial pursuits. His contributions as a designer earned him his first accolade, but his work as a writer and editor solidified his reputation as a leading voice in spatial theory. Having published twenty books and numerous articles, essays, and reviews, he continues to oversee the development of a diverse collection of cultural publications, managing all aspects of their creation, from commissioning to publishing.

Giraldeau earned a professional Master of Architecture from McGill University and the Paris-Malaquais School of Architecture. In addition, he holds a Bachelor of Science in Architecture with a Minor in Urbanism from the School of Architecture and the Faculty of Planning at the University of Montreal. He also completed advanced training at the University of Buenos Aires FADU and the China Academy of Art in Hangzhou. Continuing his academic engagement, he held various positions as a research scholar, guest reviewer, and visiting lecturer at universities in Canada, the United States, and France.