Wohl Hütte means ‘a comfortable mountain lodge’, in German. Established by Yoshiyuki and Junko Horibe in 2006 and based in the Gifu Prefecture of Japan. Wohl Hütte hand crafts artisan pieces that combine different materials to create designs with functionality that can be used for many years, with an emphasis on elements that appeal to the human senses and the relationship between people and space.

Their work redefines time honoured Japanese design, taking traditional timbers and craftsmanship into a fresh new direction, open to the influence of international design. The timber they select not only has unique aesthetic qualities and fragrances but also benefits such as emitting compounds that have a relaxing effect.

Handcrafted from the highest-quality timbers, the wood is prized for its dense, narrow annual rings and strength, its beautiful colour, lustre and mellow scent.

In contemporary Japan, sustainable forest management has become an important social issue. Felled trees are fully utilized without waste: the bark is transformed into plant-based dyes, while offcuts and leftover timber are repurposed into accessories and other objects. Through this process, these materials are reborn as meaningful creations that enrich everyday life.