Japanese-born, Michigan-based designer Ayako Aratani created the cream-colored Hideaway Chair & ottoman exclusively for Idea House 3 at the Walker Art Center. Hear Aratani reflect in her studio on relocating from Tokyo to Pontiac, the importance of handmade design, and how wrinkles can invite us to have less anxiety.

Idea House 3 at the Walker features a collection of contemporary design objects including handmade furniture, lighting, tableware, textiles, and more, by over 50 established and emerging designers. Learn more at https://shop.walkerart.org.