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Wooden latticework / TANIHATA

Architectural kumiko.

Japanese wooden latticework,
made to order for your interior.

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Geometric wooden kumiko panels span the walls and ceiling of a contemporary conference space
Canonical, London · TANIHATA. Kumiko design, production and supply: TANIHATA. Project source ↗

The craft

Fine timber.
Fitted by hand.

Kumiko is fine wooden latticework: slender pieces are cut, fitted and assembled into intricate patterns without nails.

Kumiko panels can divide rooms, screen views or line walls and ceilings. The pattern and density of the lattice determine how much light and visibility it allows.

TANIHATA makes kumiko to order, from established patterns to bespoke compositions developed with architects and designers.

  • Screens & partitions
  • Feature walls
  • Ceiling elements
  • Sliding-door components
  • Cabinet & furniture panels
  • Bespoke installations
Close view of fine timber kumiko integrated into an illuminated cabinet door
Private residence, London · Kumiko by TANIHATA. Design: Borkwood & Co. Project source ↗

Made for the project

The pattern and
the panel.

Choose the pattern, panel proportions and timber to suit the setting. TANIHATA works with woods including Japanese cedar and cypress.

We can discuss standard patterns or a custom design with TANIHATA. Send us an elevation, a sketch or a description of where the panel will be used.

Ceiling applications require particular consideration of panel size, support and fixing. We agree the product specification around your project’s requirements.

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Selected applications

Kumiko in interiors.

TANIHATA latticework in office interiors and residential cabinetry.

Geometric wooden kumiko panels span the walls and ceiling of a contemporary conference space

Canonical, London

Workplace

Kumiko extends across walls and overhead, defining a conference space within an open office.

Kumiko by TANIHATA. Kumiko design, production and supply: TANIHATA.

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Backlit kumiko cabinet doors set within a contemporary grey residential wall

Private residence, London

Residential

Fine latticework is integrated into the doors of a custom cabinet.

Kumiko by TANIHATA. Design: Borkwood & Co. Kumiko: TANIHATA.

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Manufacturing partner

TANIHATA

TANIHATA is a specialist kumiko manufacturer based in Toyama, Japan. Its production brings together careful timber selection, hand finishing and digital manufacturing techniques.

The company makes elements to order for architects and designers. Trade-Link supplies these products in Europe. Explore traditional patterns, decorative panels and bespoke compositions for your interior.

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Material variation

Combining patterns.

Different densities and timber tones can be combined within a single composition. This allows the lattice to be more open in some areas and more closely spaced in others.

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Close view of varied wooden lattice patterns in a TANIHATA kumiko panel at ESPACIO Nagoya Castle
ESPACIO Nagoya Castle · Kumiko design and production: TANIHATA. Construction: J. Front Prime Space Co., Ltd. Project source ↗

Project enquiries

Discuss your
project with us.

Send us your brief, drawings or a material enquiry. We’ll help you choose a product, agree the specification and prepare your quotation.

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