This is a work created in the first year.
ASO Learnign Lab activity report from Aso Architecture & Design College.

Student in charge：Sora Oyama
　Aso College of Architecture & Design
　1nd year product design student, Creative Design Department

　※This work is being created in about one month after learning 3D CAD.

Commentary on Student Works

The work I focused on this time is a Buddhist altar. In Japan, there has been a custom since ancient times to place a butsudan (Buddhist altar) in each home, separate from the grave where the remains are buried.
Originally, butsudan was thought of as a small temple in the home, a sacred place to make offerings to ancestors. However, with the changing times, many people now think of a butsudan as a place where they can always be close to the deceased, even when someone close to them has passed away, by holding hands in front of the altar and talking with or thanking the deceased.

However, in recent years, with the increase in rental housing and nuclear families, some households do not have a Buddhist altar because they do not have the space for one or it does not fit in with Western-style interiors.
In order to change this situation, we have created a work that can be placed in a small space and can accompany any interior design.

The round design, inspired by the moon, gives a warm impression. The board in the middle is made of a clear material and is made to look like a cloud, giving the impression of a full moon with a cloud hanging over it. Flowers can be placed on both sides of the board to add a touch of glamour.
The greatest feature of this butsudan is that it can be hung on the wall. It can be set up anywhere, and it does not have the massive feel of a conventional butsudan, making it suitable for any interior.
It is an unprecedented and fantastic work of art, and the theme, ''Pray to the Moon,'' has taken shape.

Once again, we hope you will take an interest in the ancient Japanese custom of the Buddhist altar.