During Brera Design Week, “TOKUJIN YOSHIOKA – Frozen” explores the poetics of time through a transparent sculpture that changes and evolves, symbolizing the continuous passage of time.
Grand Seiko celebrates the Japanese spirituality of time with its philosophy “The Nature of Time”, inspired by nature and perfected by the craftsmanship of the takumi artisans. This year at Milan Design Week, the brand presents “TOKUJIN YOSHIOKA – Frozen”, a special project created in collaboration with one of Japan’s most renowned designers.
Drawn to the dynamism of nature, Tokujin Yoshioka infuses his creations with the essence of natural elements. For this project, he focused on the concept of “water”, creating a luminous transparent sculpture that transforms over time. Fuorisalone visitors will also have the opportunity to explore the “Aqua Chair” artwork, where crystallized water forms a chair that continuously changes shape due to light and wind, eventually fading away, symbolizing the ephemeral nature of both time and water.
In parallel, Grand Seiko presents its Spring Drive creations, capturing the flow of time with continuous, harmonious movement, akin to the Earth’s natural cycle. The Spring Drive movement combines the longevity of a mechanical watch with the precision of an electronic timepiece, embodying silence, accuracy, and a connection with the natural flow of time.
With “TOKUJIN YOSHIOKA – Frozen,” the installation becomes a symbol of the profound bond between nature and time, inviting us to reflect on the continuous transformation of our world.
