Hiroyuki Nishimura uses reclaimed wood and scavenged materials to produce outwardly sculptural, provocative furniture and decor. Harvesting felled and abandoned trees from the Shonan and Izu Peninsula areas of Japan, Nishimura chooses to work in the medium that speaks to him.
While much of the wood Nishimura reclaims is largely deemed unsuitable for conventional furniture or for any other building projects, his proficiency with sculpture proves otherwise, with the artist-designer bringing new life to the material and creating interesting bookcases, side tables and magazine racks through hand-carving techniques and the occasional use of a chainsaw. Nishimura works with the shape of any given fallen tree — he rarely works against the natural form of his chosen material — and creates works that hold a primal appeal and often resemble ancient totemic artifacts.
Born in Osaka, Japan, Nishimura attended the Tokyo University of the Arts in 1986. After graduating, he began working as a prep school teacher, while also pursuing his love of art through sculpting wood. In 2008, Nishimura opened his own studio Zougei Inc.
Nishimura has won several awards and performed many solo exhibitions throughout his career. His numerous accolades include the Silver Award at the 8th Kajima Sculpture Competition in 2004 and the Grand Prize Award at the 10th Oita Asian Sculpture Exhibition in 2010. His many exhibitions include solo shows at the Sekiguchi Art Museum in Tokyo and the GEM Art Gallery of Tokyo.
On 1stDibs, find Hiroyuki Nishimura tables, storage pieces and decorative objects.
Hiroyuki Nishimura Sculptural Side Table Stool 23-2
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Name: Miminashi Sculptural stool by Hiroyuki Nishimura and Zougei carved furniture Material: Cherry This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used for N...
Wood
Hiroyuki Nishimura Zougei Sculptural Side Table Stool Cubo n9
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Name: Cubo n9 Sculptural stool by Hiroyuki Nishimura and Zougei carved furniture Material: Zelkova This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. This work is stool, sma...
Wood
Hiroyuki Nishimura Sculptural Side Table Stool 23-1
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Name: Unebi Sculptural stool by Hiroyuki Nishimura and Zougei carved furniture Material: Zelkova This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. Most of wood used for Nish...
Wood
Zougei Sculptural Stool Side Table sculpture F3
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Name: On the grass Sculptural stool or side table by Hiroyuki Nishimura and Zougei carved furniture Material: Zelkova This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. It's...
Wood
Zougei Sculptural Stool Side Table sculpture 12-2
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Name: The boy bu the window Sculptural stool or side table by Hiroyuki Nishimura and Zougei carved furniture Material: Zelkova This work is carved from log with some kinds of chains...
Wood
Zougei Sculptural Stool Side Table sculpture 11
By Hiroyuki Nishimura
Located in Shibuya-ku, Tokyo
Name: Mushikui Sculptural stool or side table by Hiroyuki Nishimura and Zougei carved furniture Material: Zelkova This work is carved from log with some kinds of chainsaws. It's not...
Wood
Sculptural Suar Wood Side Table, Hand-Crafted Modern Organic, By Tiempo Gallery
By Asian Modern
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
This sculptural side table showcases a rich dark brown espresso finish, achieved through a multi-stage burning process that enhances the natural grain and depth of the wood. Its bold...
Wood
Sculptural Side Table Hand-Crafted from Solid Suar Wood Modern Organic
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
Hand-carved from solid suar wood, this striking side table features a fluid, sculptural form that blends organic curves with bold, modern lines. Each piece is meticulously burned mul...
Wood
Sculptural Stool / Side Table Carved from Solid Mango Wood Modern Organic
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A wonderfully sculptural stool or side table, with a mix of wood textures and shades. It features a spiral design, with an exposed core. A uniquely sculptural and versatile piece, th...
Wood, Fruitwood
Sculptural Stool / Side Table Carved from Solid Mango Wood Modern Organic
Located in Jimbaran, Bali
A wonderfully sculptural stool or side table, with a mix of wood textures and shades. It features a spiral design, with an exposed core. A uniquely sculptural and versatile piece, th...
Wood, Fruitwood
Andrianna Shamaris Organic Teak Side Table, Hand-Carved, Modern Design
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
Natural teak side table or pedestal hand carved from a single reclaimed teak root with a graduation from the bottom to the top. We added a light ceruse. Custom sizes and stains avail...
Wood, Teak
Andrianna Shamaris Teak Wood Side Table in Wabi-Sabi Organic Style
By Andrianna Shamaris
Located in New York, NY
A century old teak block is repurposed into this one of a kind side table or coffee table whilst respecting the natural organic wood. Stained espresso and polished with a natural oil...
Wood, Teak
