Producing

Producing retail spaces by Brent D. Smith

MADO Tokyo

In December 2019, we proudly unveiled MADO in Aoyama, Tokyo. This gallery was a collaboration between Mr. Junji Tajima, founder of LIDEA Corporation, and myself. Our shared vision emerged during our frequent visits to Los Angeles and Paris, where we sourced items for Tajima-san's stores.

Junji-san, an icon in Japanese fashion, led LIDEA Corporation to prominence in importing and retailing Italian fashion. His creativity and innovation inspired us to venture into home decoration, aiming for unprecedented success.

Tragically, in early 2020, Junji-san passed away, leaving us heartbroken and leading to MADO’s closure. Despite this loss, I am grateful for the friendships and memories forged. Junji-san’s legacy in fashion and his passion for creativity will always be cherished. Though MADO has ended, its impact and the beauty it created live on.

French screen purchased at the Paris Flea Market. The screen is from the 1980s and was designed for the Christian Dior boutique in Paris. The oversized “Jack” is made of metal and probably from a department store display. Purchased in Montecito, California.

French screen purchased at the Paris Flea Market. The screen is from the 1980s and was designed for the Christian Dior boutique in Paris. The oversized “Jack” is made of metal and probably from a department store display. Purchased in Montecito, California.

Woodblock print Andre Malraux in Kyoto by Isaku Nakagawa (1899-2000) Signed by the artist, 1974. Mid-century French rosewood chair upholstered in Pierre Frey ivory bouclé. Collection of 1980’s black Sasaki glassware by American designer by Ward Bennett. Miscellaneous items in cabinet.

Woodblock print Andre Malraux in Kyoto by Isaku Nakagawa (1899-2000) Signed by the artist, 1974. Mid-century French rosewood chair upholstered in Pierre Frey ivory bouclé. Collection of 1980’s black Sasaki glassware by American designer by Ward Bennett. Miscellaneous items in cabinet.

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