About the brand
KAR STUDIO
Kar Studio is a contemporary collectible design brand founded in 2020 in China by Steven Yeung. Positioned at the intersection of sculptural lighting, furniture and objects, the studio develops a distinct design language that merges Eastern philosophical thought with a refined contemporary aesthetic. Rooted in the principles of wabi-sabi, its work explores imperfection, material honesty and the passage of time as central elements of spatial expression.
Drawing from the conceptual framework of karma, the name “Kar” reflects an ongoing exploration of causality, emotion and transformation. Each piece is conceived as part of a broader narrative where design is not only functional but deeply introspective. Through the integration of natural textures, mineral finishes and raw surfaces, Kar Studio constructs objects that resonate with both physical presence and symbolic meaning.
Rather than adhering to traditional typologies, the studio approaches collectible design as a fluid discipline, where lighting, furniture and sculptural objects coexist within a unified artistic vision. Its works are characterized by a restrained yet powerful formal language, where balance, proportion and material tension create a sense of quiet intensity. Light is treated as a material in itself, shaping atmosphere and reinforcing the relationship between object and space.
Kar Studio’s practice reflects a new wave of Asian contemporary design, where heritage is neither replicated nor abandoned, but reinterpreted through a global lens. By bridging tradition and innovation, the studio positions its work within the evolving field of collectible design, offering pieces that function as both utilitarian objects and contemplative forms. Each creation embodies a dialogue between past and present, matter and perception, design and art.
“Soft forms, strong presence.”
— KAR STUDIO
THE COLLECTION
The kar collection explores a sculptural approach to furniture, where form is shaped through instinct and material becomes the starting point of each piece.
Rooted in an intuitive process, the works emerge from hand-formed gestures, embracing irregularity, softness and subtle imbalance. Surfaces carry the trace of making, revealing a tactile quality that connects directly with the body and the space around it.
Rather than following conventional design logic, the collection moves between function and expression. Chairs, tables and objects are conceived as presences—pieces that define an atmosphere as much as they serve a purpose.
Balancing simplicity with depth, the collection reflects kar’s ongoing exploration of material, form and feeling. Each work exists as both a functional object and a sculptural statement, inviting a quieter, more emotional way of inhabiting space.
