In a world dominated by rushed and often unconscious choices, AGOBAY advocates for a change of pace: we encourage taking the time, to create with intent and to celebrate handmade design that feels, sounds and smells good.

In a world dominated by rushed and often unconscious choices, AGOBAY advocates for a change of pace: we encourage taking the time, to create with intent and to celebrate handmade design that feels, sounds and smells good. Collaborating with artisans who have mastered their skills over decades, each object we craft or curate undergoes an elaborate manufacturing process. With every use, these pieces evolve in beauty, and embody a deliberate choice made to last and enchant throughout a lifetime.

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The perfect pieces

Meaningful Objects

Objects

The Perfect Pieces

In a hurried world dominated by rushed and often unconscious choices, AGOBAY advocates for a change of pace: we encourage taking the time, to create with intent, to honour traditional craftsmanship, and to celebrate handmade design that feels, sounds and smells good.

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Handcrafted products are built to last. Not only in a practical sense, due to the invested expertise, time and high-quality materials, but also on an emotional level. When we see, smell and touch these creations, our senses awaken.

Handcrafted products are built to last, not only in a practical sense due to the invested expertise, time, and high-quality materials, but also on an emotional level. From delicate irregularities in leather pouches to subtle glaze variations on ceramic bowls – each nuance narrates a story and reflects the artisan’s personality. These marks of authenticity not only remind us of humanity’s ability to transform raw materials into functional works of art but also make each item even more precious and personal.

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Craftsmanship

CRAFTSMANSHIP

A Path to Perfection

A perfectly shaped ceramic bowl – with subtle variation in its glaze. A soft leather pouch – featuring a delicate irregularity in its texture. A gleaming brass vessel – gradually changing hue with every touch. As we hold an artisanal product in our hands, it's often only through closer inspection that we notice its unique characteristics and realise that it has been crafted by hand, from natural material, with an abundance of time, expertise and dedication. This is the captivating beauty of craftsmanship.

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Embracing beauty in life’s smallest details, we created the perfect coffee mug alongside Swiss ceramist Therese Müller. Discover the journey behind this handcrafted AGOBAY exclusive and savor life’s little pleasures, sip after sip.

At AGOBAY, we constantly seek beauty, even in the smallest details. Our commitment has driven us to create the perfect coffee mug – one that delights all senses and is suitable for everyday use. Crafted in collaboration with Swiss ceramist Therese Müller, each mug reflects balance, simplicity and minimalism, and has a surprisingly soft touch. Explore the journey behind our creation and feel inspired to elevate your daily coffee ritual, savouring life’s little pleasures, sip after sip.

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Balanced and soft

The AGOBAY Coffee Mug

AGOBAY mug

AGOBAY Coffee Mug

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Reading

Inspiration in every page

Issue 39

Issue 39 of Design Anthology promises to feed your creative soul. Explore Japanese values and domestic traditions for living well, a reimagined holiday home on a rugged Australian coastline, Chinese crafts in a contemporary world, and more.

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Stillness

‘Stillness’ is an exploration of Japanese aesthetics in architecture and design, viewed through a Scandinavian lens. Drawing from over a decade of encounters, study, and creative collaboration with Japan, Norm Architects present their unique perspective on the shared design philosophies of these two distant regions, both of which deeply value a connection with nature, a sensitivity to light, and a commitment to craft.

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Issue 22

‘Turning Life into a Work of Art’ is the overarching theme of issue 22 of Openhouse magazine, drawing inspiration from personalities committed to doing just that. This time, there are four covers to choose from.

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Volume 12

Ark Journal volume 12 considers the connections between home and design – not just the physical, but also the immaterial, the atmospheres and sense of belonging. Central themes are materials, craftsmanship and tradition in terms of visual appeal.

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Issue 24

The 24th edition of The Travel Almanac, titled ‘Man vs. Machine’, is filled with captivating journeys, insightful conversations and both spiritual and practical travel advice.

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OGATA: Reinventing the Japanese Art of Living

With his deep knowledge of ancient Japanese traditions, the visionary behind the conceptual OGATA spaces in Paris and Japan offers readers a contemporary perspective on how to live a simple yet enriched life in harmony with nature. 

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Issue 21

Openhouse seeks a boldness reminiscent of the words of Erasmus of Rotterdam, ‘In Praise of Folly’, the essay likening madness to the dawn of a new day, to the spark preceding the impulse to create.

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Volume 11

Ark Journal Volume 11 is a reflection on how history shapes our understanding of art, design and architecture, and celebrates the fluidity of interpretations that evolve over time and the importance of context. In this issue, they examine how architects balance tradition and innovation, revive old structures through adaptive reuse, and honour a site‘s cultural heritage with their designs.

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Issue 38

Design Anthology celebrates its 10-year anniversary with this issue, highlighting the creative scene of the Asia Pacific region, from the world of lacquer and the future of textile design to the majestic Shinta Mani Mustang in Nepal’s mountains.

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Issue 20

After a decade of Openhouse, the magazine celebrates its 20th issue, highlighting the beauty of shared experiences. From exploring intimate moments to family anecdotes and revived traditions, it introduces you to homes and personalities radiating warmth and timeless splendor.

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Issue 05

Through a collection of in-depth interviews and immersive visual narratives, New Norm magazine shares the perspectives of creatives across diverse disciplines. It introduces destinations through their unique stories and experiences while presenting their work and passion.

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Volume 10

For this issue, Ark Journal delves further into the intersections of human life with architecture and design, uncovering the profound impact they can have on our lives at home and in public spaces.

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Issue 36

Introducing a renewed and reinvigorated Design Anthology, launched officially during Salone del Mobile in 2023, issue 36 of the flagship Asia Pacific edition delivers a fresh visual approach while maintaining the same founding spirit. This issue explores the work of various design studios in this issue, from Kamaro’an, a Taipei-based studio that draws inspiration from indigenous Taiwanese folk craft in their woven pieces to Atelier Cho Thompson and Spiegel Aihara Workshop's renovation of an old Californian home that establishes a strong connection to its natural surroundings. 

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On the theme of “Performance”, the 22nd issue of The Travel Almanac is packed with inspiring journeys and conversations, as well as spiritual and practical travel advice.

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Issue 23

The 23rd edition of The Travel Almanac, titled ‘Origins’, is filled with captivating journeys, insightful conversations and both spiritual and practical travel advice.

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Issue 37

After a decade of Design Anthology, the magazine has devoted an entire issue to Japan and the individuals who shape its creative landscape: architects, craftsmen and designers. Dive into Issue 37 and explore a multitude of stories that traverse the design-oriented homes and spaces of the island nation, from Tokyo to Hiroshima, Yokohama and Osaka.

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Explore our carefully handpicked selection of printed publications. Enrich your every day, your weekends and everything in between. Immerse yourself in editorial photography intertwined with art and writing that will evoke memories, stimulate new thoughts, connect you with the world and inspire a sense of tranquillity.