[vc_row][vc_column][vc_video link=”https:\/\/player.vimeo.com\/video\/927651738?dnt=1&app_id=122963″ align=”center” css=”.vc_custom_1779367802361{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}” el_class=”video-width”][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row el_class=”content-row-width” css=”.vc_custom_1746768917156{padding-top: 0px !important;padding-right: 0px !important;padding-bottom: 0px !important;padding-left: 0px !important;}”][vc_column][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”inner-content”]The rustle of leaves in a city park, stirred by the wind; the dust particles dancing in the sunlight filtering through dense urban buildings; the gentle patter of raindrops on a military green raincoat; the fiery red sun setting against the backdrop of a bustling street in Tokyo as seen from a van.<\/p>\n
These fleeting moments, captured through the eyes of Hirayama in Wim Wenders\u2019 acclaimed \u201cPerfect Days\u201d, evoke the essence of perfection. They remind us of the joy found in simply experiencing nature\u2019s spontaneous offerings without any prompting[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”100px”][singolo_video_background videomp4url=”http:\/\/paolalentitest.spaziodemo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/alberi.mp4″][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”inner-content”]Oki Sato, known as Nendo, finds inspiration in these subtle cues from nature \u2013 what he refers to as \u201chints\u201d or \u201cwhispers\u201d. It\u2019s these whispers that he explores in his solo exhibition, \u201cnendo: whispers of nature,\u201d held at Paola Lenti\u2019s new space in Milan during Milano Design Week 2024.<\/p>\n
From their shared geographic coordinates in Tokyo, Japan, Nendo and Wenders, with a distinctly Western perspective, advocate for the importance of living in harmony with oneself and the natural world. They encourage us to appreciate life\u2019s simple pleasures and to cultivate a deep respect for the environment.<\/p>\n
\u201cExploring the connection between nature and humanity is deeply ingrained in Japanese culture,\u201d explains Nendo. \u201cThat\u2019s why I felt compelled to delve into this theme and chose Paola Lenti Milano as the perfect venue to showcase my exhibition. Nendo and Paola Lenti share a profound love and respect for nature \u2013 it\u2019s what unites us.\u201d[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”20px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1779434860146{margin-top: 60px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}” el_class=”inner-content”]<\/p>\n
[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1779434932443{margin-bottom: 0px !important;}” el_class=”inner-content”]In the richness of the Japanese language, there exists a treasure trove of words that encapsulate intricate concepts and the beauty of natural phenomena with remarkable brevity.<\/p>\n
Komorebi, as unveiled by Wim Wenders at the conclusion of his film, captures the ethereal shimmer cast by sunlight filtering through swaying leaves \u2013 a fleeting glow frozen in a singular, precise moment.<\/p>\n
Hana-arashi, as disclosed by Nendo, describes the mesmerizing spectacle when cherry blossom petals detach and dance through the air \u2013 a transient beauty more captivating than the blossoms themselves, lasting mere moments.[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”100px”][singolo_video_background videomp4url=”http:\/\/paolalentitest.spaziodemo.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/05\/Nendo-disegna.mp4″][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”inner-content”]Lastly, Mottainai, elucidated by Paola Lenti, embodies the ethos of waste not \u2013 a call to utilize existing resources rather than squander them. This concept has been embraced by the company, transforming into a project aimed at imbuing surplus materials with renewed function and aesthetic value.<\/p>\n
The imagery of petals dancing in the air directly evokes Paola Lenti\u2019s philosophy, which, through the Mottainai project, gathers and repurposes what remains, what literally falls from production processes, thus avoiding any form of waste.<\/p>\n
\u201cWe were intrigued\u201d explains Paola Lenti, \u201cto explore collaborations with designers boasting diverse aesthetics, distinct from those of the Campana Brothers, with whom we initiated the Mottainai project\u2019s first chapter. Thus, we engaged with Nendo studio. Oki Sato artfully breathed new life into Maris offcuts, harnessing their inherent structure and texture to inform the collection\u2019s form. The resulting Hana-arashi collection exudes a restrained yet vibrant charm, evocative of quintessential Japanese design.\u201d[\/vc_column_text][vc_empty_space height=”10px”][vc_column_text css=”.vc_custom_1779435227143{margin-top: 60px !important;margin-bottom: 0px !important;}” el_class=”inner-content”]<\/p>\n
[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”inner-content”]Nendo\u2019s concept for creating objects that experiment with various forms and combinations crystallized only after visiting Paola Lenti\u2019s headquarters, witnessing the production processes, and grasping the company\u2019s research efforts and unique savoir-faire. The Maris cutoffs, with their quality and array of colours, meticulously recovered and thoughtfully combined according to a cohesive chromatic scheme, give rise to petals of newfound and unpredictable beauty.<\/p>\n
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ph. \u00a9 Maurizio Natta<\/p>\n
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[\/vc_column_text][vc_column_text css=”” el_class=”inner-content”]\u201cThe initial impression I had\u201d recounts Nendo, \u201cis that Paola embodies a certain Japanese sensibility. Quiet, exceptionally courteous, with a deep respect for nature. She truly sees and understands nature in a manner that resonates with me, reflecting an authenticity reminiscent of my own culture. I was pleasantly surprised to encounter the term Mottainai within an Italian company. It immediately felt familiar, akin to home. Through this project, I believe Paola and I achieved a harmonious balance between spirituality, materiality, and sustainability, as we, in a way, speak the same language. It was akin to composing a haiku.\u201d<\/p>\n
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\nDirector Maurizio Natta
\nAuthor Alessandra Noto
\nFilmed by Maurizio Natta \u2013 Fabrizio Polla Mattiot \u2013 Gianlorenzo Bernab\u00f2
\nInterview Dop Luciano Limoli
\nEditor Mattia Cutaia
\nColorist Michele Ricossa
\nAudio Recordist Andrea Serventi
\nAudio Editor Matteo Fusi
\nSoundtrack Universal Music Publishing Ricordi srl
\n\u00a9 2024 Paola Lenti srl, all rights reserved<\/p>\n
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