The ’365 – Charming Everyday Things’ is a project for an exhibition which introduces 365 Japanese daily items that are to be displayed and sold in Paris and will eventually travel throughout Japan. Produced by DGT Architects, the location was chosen after over 40 visits of places in Paris. The chosen place is originally a metal factory which was built in the 19th century. More images and architects’ description after the break.
The place was set back from the avenue Richard Lenoir. It was to be discovered through a calm courtyard. The old factory had a great character enhanced with the wooden pavements that had been laid on the floor. On the other hands, this aged factory space had already a strong atmosphere which raised further the question of fitting Japan’s daily items in Paris life. What if we combine 365 items into the daily life of Paris like in a cafe corner or a marché? Places reflecting the particular sense of Parisian life. Putting the items on floating plates creates then an unusual landscape.
