I define furniture not merely as a functional object, but as a "canvas" that permeates our living spaces. My work, the "Dansaek Series," is rooted in the spirit of Dansaekhwa (Korean monochrome painting). I reinterpreting the historical struggles of that era—striving to establish Korean abstraction amidst the wave of Western modernism—through the tactile materiality of wood.

My goal is to expand the realm of the two-dimensional painting into three-dimensional space. A painting is more than just a visual object; it possesses the power to resonate deeply within us and provoke constant contemplation. The Dansaek Series aims to bring this essence of painting into a physical environment, offering a new sensory experience. The process begins with wood as the primary canvas. Through the repetitive act of "emptying and filling"—carving out the surface of the wood and filling the voids with delicately tinted resin—I manifest unique textures and tonal depths.

I believe that art has a potent force, capable of evoking diverse emotions and dramatically shifting the atmosphere of a space. By transcending the limitations of a flat surface and expanding into three-dimensional forms, the work seeps deeper into the space. It becomes an entity that does not just offer visual beauty but subtly embraces the entire ambiance of the room. My approach of treating wood as a canvas is a journey beyond the traditional framework of painting, exploring the infinite possibilities inherent in natural materials. To me, furniture is far more than an object of utility.

I dream of my work becoming a forum where the user can commune with the piece and engage in an inner dialogue. In the process of observing and touching the work, I hope that each individual’s unique perspective and emotions take precedence.