Nao Tamura designs the Ryo bookcase for Porro.
A shimmering backdrop within the space, Ryo is composed of long shelves supported by triangular structural elements, each formed by folding a single piece. Together, they create open, multifunctional shelving designed to accommodate books and objects.
The Japanese name “Ryo” (稜) means edge or ridge: the precise line where two surfaces meet in tension. A symbol of energy and stability, the triangle conveys lightness and solidity, depending on the viewpoint. Assembled through an interlocking system, with an essential construction free of hardware, Ryo goes beyond pure functionality to become a sculptural object, with light and shadow playing across its bright aluminium surface.
Through light and colour, Ryo defines the space with a sense of quiet order, shaping its surroundings and creating engaging perceptual experiences.