A Conversation with Nao Tamura

Nao Tamura is a designer in the most modern terms. Her talents cross-over cultures, languages, disciplines, concepts and styles with consistency of smart thinking always at the heart of her work. She is truly global in her insights and execution. As a product of Tokyo and New York City creative communities, her solutions are equally at ease in the world of 2D and 3D, with an uncanny ability to find that emotional connection with the industry status-quo often insists upon. Her unique solutions are more than simply design and possess a rare balance of innovation and beauty.

Felix Burrichter is a New York-based creative director, curator, editor, and publisher. Born in Düsseldorf, Germany, he was trained as an architect in Paris and New York. In 2006 Felix founded the multimedia platform PIN–UP, a self-described “Magazine for Architectural Entertainment” with a biannual print edition, of which he is the editorial and creative director. In addition to PIN–UP, Burrichter curates exhibitions and consults on design and architecture projects for various design brands.