Sugiyama Seisakusho is based in Seki-shi, Gifu Prefecture, located in the center of Japan, and Seki is one of the most famous towns in Japan for many well-known manufacturers that are proud of their craftsmanship are based in. The company was founded in 1962, initially producing parts of automobiles and railroad vehicles. Today, production focuses on solid
iron furniture with facilities and skills which have been cultivated throughout the long history of manufacturing. Every stage of production, from design and planning to fabrication, is carried out in-house. The resulting furniture highlights the inherent qualities of iron as a material. Each piece is handmade, crafted with care and precision. What begins as inorganic sticks or plates of iron acquires a sense of “warmth” through the work of skilled hands. Artisans shape the unique appearance and texture of each piece with refined finishing techniques, giving iron its distinctive character. The pieces are designed to combine durability with expressive form, becoming part of everyday life for many years.
