Textile by Kvadrat × Nendo / Ruck-Tote Brown / 855102

This item is a standard nendo ruck-tote made from deadstock kvadrat fabric.

The "ruck-tote" is a bag that combines a backpack and a tote bag.

Tote bags have handles and openings at the top, making it easy to check the contents and take things in and out while the bag is on your shoulder. Backpacks, on the other hand, have handles on the side, which keeps them close to your body, and the cushioning and adjustable length of the straps make them comfortable to wear. We wanted to combine the convenience of both, so we designed a bag that feels like a backpack when you're on the go, but allows for smooth access to your belongings like a tote bag.

kvadrat

Established in Denmark in 1968, Kvadrat produces textile products deeply rooted in Scandinavian traditions, manufacturing high-performance design textiles, rugs, and acoustic and window covering solutions for commercial and residential interiors. Kvadrat has created numerous textile products by pursuing color, quality, simplicity, and innovation.

nendo

〈Oki Sato, Representative of design office nendo〉

Born in Canada in 1977. Graduated from Waseda University's Graduate School of Architecture in 2002, and established design office nendo in the same year. He was selected as one of "100 Japanese People the World Respects" by Newsweek magazine and has won numerous international design awards, including the EDIDA "Designer of the Year" (2012). His representative works are housed in museums around the world, such as the Museum of Modern Art, New York (USA). He designed the Olympic Cauldron for TOKYO 2020 and the new TGV high-speed train for France. He also serves as the general producer for the Japan Government Pavilion at the Kansai Expo.