IXC to re-release “HAL” series designed by Shiro Kuramata

IXC Re-releases the “HAL” Series Designed by Shiro Kuramata ​
Cassina IXC Co., Ltd. Press Release: October 2, 2025 IXC reissues the “HAL” series designed by Shiro Kuramata A unique presence that transcends the boundaries between art and design. Cassina ixc. Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Minato-ku, Tokyo; President and CEO: Alessio Giacomel) will exhibit and present the new IXC collection at Cassina ixc. stores starting Thursday, October 16, 2025. In 2025, IXC will mark the 50th anniversary of the brand’s founding, and will rebrand with a new vision based on the theme of “Emotional
Minimalism.” A project has been launched to connect this trajectory to the future. This is the second installment, following the new collection by GamFratesi, which was announced in March. This time, from the IXC archives, we have reproduced two masterpieces by Shiro Kuramata, the “HAL2” chair and table, as products that symbolize the brand’s philosophy and aesthetic sense. The timeless and original design brings a new sensibility to modern spaces.
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HAL2 chair, designed by Shiro Kuramata (IXC) IXC and Shiro Kuramata—An Encounter at the Origin of Creativity While working as an interior designer and designing numerous stores, Shiro Kuramata continued to pursue furniture as a work of art. Cassina IXC founder Shigeto Muto was captivated by Kuramata’s exceptional creativity. Muto, deeply impressed by Kuramata’s artistic and design sensibilities, offered to commercialize his furniture and bring it to the world. In response to this desire, the development team collected and examined Kuramata’s past works, resulting in the creation of the “HAL2” chair, “HAL3” counter chair, and “HAL1” and “HAL2” tables in 1989. At the time, Muto used the entire showroom floor of the AXIS Building in Roppongi to hold a large-scale exhibition of Kuramata’s work. Expressing his heartfelt respect for Kuramata’s talent and sensibility, he worked hard to spread the possibilities of design to the world.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/20741/74/20741-74-afba2f61d2557d4e02eeb9400cefceab-2041×2700.jpg HAL2 chair, designed by Shiro Kuramata (IXC) HAL2 chair – designed by Shiro Kuramata The “HAL2” chair by Shiro Kuramata is a symbol of the innovative Japanese design of the 1980s. The backrest is made of expanded metal, a material made by stretching metal into a mesh-like structure. It combines visual lightness with structural strength, creating a unique floating feeling in the space. The seat, combined with a minimalist steel frame, is made of OSB board, which accentuates the texture of the material, and a cushioned seat that ensures functionality and comfort. Kuramata’s consistent pursuit of “the fusion of form and poetry” is truly alive and well in this chair. Its sculptural appearance changes its expression depending on the environment in which it is used. This chair transcends the realm of furniture and exists as an art piece, and continues to fascinate design enthusiasts around the world.
https://prcdn.freetls.fastly.net/release_image/20741/74/20741-74-ece05ca579a18b45003985e92018aa80-2041×2700.jpg HAL2 table, designed by Shiro Kuramata (IXC) HAL2 table – designed by Shiro Kuramata This HAL series table was designed by Shiro Kuramata in 1989. The tabletop is made of OSB board, the same as the HAL2 chair, and the random texture of the wood chips adds warmth and individuality to the simple form. The legs have a lustrous chrome-plated polished finish, accentuating the table’s sharp appearance. The cross legs, which are designed to intersect toward the floor, are a distinctive feature of this table. It combines lightness with stability, adding a visually modern accent. With a compact diameter of 600mm, it blends naturally into modern lifestyles as a cafe table or side table, allowing you to experience Kuramata’s pursuit of “a fusion of function and poetry” in your everyday space. Its art-piece-like appearance brings a quiet presence to the place where it is placed. Shirou Kuramata | Interior Designer Born in Tokyo in 1934. After graduating from Kuwasawa Design School in 1953, he entered the Kuwasawa Design School’s Graduate School in 1955. In 1965, he established his own design firm, “Shirou Kuramata Design Office.” He made a big impact both in Japan and overseas with his avant-garde furniture and spatial designs using unconventional materials such as acrylic, glass, and metal mesh. His representative works include “Miss Blanche” (1988) and “How High the Moon” (1986). In the 1980s, he joined the Italian design group “Memphis,” establishing international acclaim. Kuramata’s work, characterized by its poetic and fantastical worldview, continues to influence many creators today. He passed away in 1991. IXC is a global brand whose design philosophy is “Emotional Minimalism.” Our products combine simple, natural comfort with evocative details to create interiors that harmonize with modern lifestyles that demand
unpretentious quality. Our unique designs blend European furniture culture with Japanese aesthetics, while our sophistication is born from the skillful combination of materials, and we pursue new technologies and sustainable manufacturing. We deliver items that you will want to cherish for a long time, especially in these prosperous times. WEB: INSTAGRAM：
■ October 2025 IXC new product exhibition announcement Aoyama main store, Nagoya store, Osaka store, Fukuoka store: October 16, 2025 (Thursday) ~