With the Obe Uke design I developed my prototyping and sequentially, my woodworking skills. My focus was the concept of the product and its actual execution. I created the construction for the main element and extra wooden elements.
- Concept
- Product design (incl. woodworking)
purpose
Obe Uke is a case for the Judo belt. It is designed to enrich the ritual of folding and unfolding the Judo belt before and after practice. The support aims at giving the Judo belt the respect it deserves by reflecting Japanese values and teachings but also by mirroring the process of putting on the belt through its design. Obi Uke has three components: the belt support which keeps the belt from wrinkling, the belt clip which helps the possessor of the belt to put it on the support in a careful and controlled way, and the pouch which keeps everything protected. The concept has a high-quality finish by using natural elements such as quality hardwood, cotton and Japanese Sashiko embroidery motifs.
