Featured (first!) Collection

TEMPLE'S GARDEN
Collection by Estudio Goo

Elevate your space with artefacts from the Temple's Garden.

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Estudio Goo

An exploration of how objects and space shape our daily lives.
by William Goo

Hello and welcome to my wonderful world of Estudio Goo! An exploration of how objects and space shape and affect our daily lives, that means we are focused on (but not limited to) creating furniture, objects, and spaces that are both beautiful and functional.With an education in architecture and a Chinese heritage, most of my work is inspired by and takes reference from either, or sometimes both, of these roots; such as architectural concepts, traditional Chinese design elements, material references.Every piece is designed, handmade and assembled by us here in Toronto, Canada. We are a small studio and always open to collaboration.

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TEMPLE'S GARDEN

our first official collection

The collection draws from traditional Chinese architecture and explores themes of gathering, daily rituals, and quiet moments. The pieces were carefully designed and selected for a collection that brings the garden to your temple.All pieces are available in Ash, Cherry, or Walnut colourway. For all additional colourways, sizes or customizations, please send us a message with your inquiry.

courtyard

bench

seat

Temple's "Courtyard"

table, 36" x 18" x 15" (l x w x h)

The collection draws from traditional Chinese architecture and explores themes of gathering and daily rituals. Temple's "Courtyard" is inspired by traditional "Siheyuan" courtyards from Tang dynasty China.Siheyuan courtyards were designed with the concept of family and gathering in mind; a shared space within the residence that had walls of the family homes on all four sides. The coffee table's design is symbolic of this concept in both its design and spatial context.The square centrepiece in the tabletop is representative of the courtyard, while also serving a functional purpose of providing hidden storage within.The coffee table itself is symbolic of the ideology behind the courtyard; much like how the courtyard is the shared communal space within the Beijing residence, the coffee table is typically the centrepiece of the living room, the communal area of an interior space.Have friends over and sit around the table. Watch a film and store the remote out of sight. Make your morning matcha and keep your equipment within. Kick your feet up after a long day. "Courtyard" is designed to hold space for the gatherings, and daily rituals of your life.

Temple's "Bench"

bench, 48" x 13" x 18" (l x w x h)

The collection draws from traditional Chinese architecture, and Temple's "Bench" explores a historical design feature known as "Dougong" joinery."Dougong" refers to the timber frames used to form the structure of Tang dynasty temples. They work as a series of interlocking wooden brackets, connected through tight and precise joinery. A system designed to withstand earthquakes, wood being strong but also able to flex and move to adapt.Temple's "Bench" is a simple and refined design that is both beautiful and functional. Its minimal design highlights the structural focus of the joinery, and the overall proportions are semblant of an old Chinese temple.A bench for putting on your shoes before you embark on your journey. A place to rest after a long day's work. A seat to be shared by you and a stranger. A bench for all the little moments."Bench" is sturdy in its structure and flexible in its function. Complete your temple. Elevate your space.

Temple's "Seat"

seat, 16" x 12" x 14" (l x w x h)

The collection draws from traditional Chinese architecture, and Temple's "Seat" explores the experience of daily rituals within a space.Much like the Temple's "Bench", the design draws from traditional "Dougong" joinery as its main stylistic element. Unlike most chairs, this seat is for sitting on the floor.The concept is about gathering, sitting together, being grounded and having a shared experience. Intimate experiences like tea ceremonies or meditation are performed while remaining seated on the floor.Designed to accompany the Temple's "Courtyard" table, the pairing allows for multiple people to sit together around the table, and when not in use the seats tuck perfectly into the table.Sitting on the floor is less common than sitting on chairs, but have numerous benefits, including health and posture. Slow down, ground yourself, and complete your temple with "Seat".

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