Deon Cham

LOST & FOUND_THE CRAFT OF PAPERMAKING

The traditional craft of papermaking has been under a growing threat of neglect. However, once a lost craft soon to be discovered. Lost and Found is all about the craft and people. Through the process of papermaking, it aims to preserve the heritage of the craft, and contribute towards social, economic, and environmental sustainability. A sanctuary for expressing the art of the craft, this project facilitates the work of paper artisans and exhibitions. The overall design is derived from planar geometry similar to paper, forms inspired by the papermaking equipment, and a strong relationship with nature. Spaces flow from public to private, taking visitors through a journey of the craft’s process from raw material to the final product. The choice of materials, joinery, lighting, and details are inspired by scrutinising the craft’s process, tools and equipment, and the textural quality of the craft. “The hand should express all knowledge, the mind should be clear and breathing should be tranquil…”