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Aluminum Picture Frame "DUO"

Azumi Mitsuboshi

Aluminum Picture Frame “DUO” – Azumi Mitsuboshi
DUO photo by Ryoukan Abe
Aluminum Picture Frame “DUO” – Azumi Mitsuboshi
DUO photo by Ryoukan Abe

The aluminum picture frame "DUO" was designed in 2021 and uses ARAKAWA GRIP's BS-30B. The concept of "DUO" was a picture frame that could be hung vertically from a picture rail. Because we intended to use wires to hang the picture frame, we asked Mr. Arakawa to examine our design proposal during the development stage. He selected the BS-30B as a suitable metal fitting for its size and function.
In addition, we adjusted parts of "DUO" to accommodate the shape of BS-30B. It was an exciting experience to design a frame and metal fittings together as a single unit. As a result, "DUO" has been highly rated as an innovative frame that can be hung not only vertically but also double-sided, suspended vertically consecutively and even in the air.

Azumi Mitsuboshi

Azumi Mitsuboshi

Apprenticed under artist Asao Noro, Azumi started his private practice and launched Mitsuboshi Design Studio upon graduating from university. While managing a vintage bookstore (Kunitachi flagship) and a specialty paper goods store (Nishiogi Paper Store), he has also been involved in corporate branding and product development. He has researched paper containers, games, and cookie sculpture, among others, during his university studies.

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