3 Days of Discovery invites you to experience the creative journey of Japanese designer Jin

Kuramoto as he explores Istanbul. This short film captures the moments, textures, and inspirations 

that shaped the design of Pod. Through Jin's eyes, the city unfolds as a living story of culture and 

creativity, laying the foundation for a truly unique design.

Filmed & Edited by Griyer

Istanbul a city bursting with energy culture and history has left a profound mark on Japanese

designer Jin Kuramoto.

Arriving in Istanbul Jin immediately felt the vibrant confluence of cultures materials and people.

"Japan itself is unique in cultural transmission" he explains "but Istanbul's meeting of so many

worlds creates an inspiring landscape."

This rich atmosphere formed the backdrop for his work on Pod a modular seating series that blends

geometric shapes triangles squares into sculptural forms designed for interaction and comfort.

Jin reflects "When designing furniture I focus on how the object can inspire the user and resonate

with the space. Pod is about playful engagement how people touch sit and communicate through the 

object. I want it to come alive and enrich daily experiences."

Material is at the heart of Jin's design approach. "We aim to bring out the charm of materials by

shaping cutting bending and layering them in new ways." For Pod handcrafted techniques and 

thoughtful material use bring a tactile and visual richness to the pieces.

His collaboration with B&T was fueled by mutual dedication to quality and vision. Jin was drawn to

B&T's sincere attitude and the strength of their unique design approach. "It's one thing to design a

product that sells but to hold a clear vision and apply it consistently is rare. I felt this deeply

working alongside the B&T team."

The story of Pod: Quad and Tri adds a new chapter to B&T's ongoing collaborations with Mercado.

At the first edition of Mercado Design Days, B&T took part with the B&T Inspiration Lounge,

a space created to support fresh ideas and meaningful encounters. In this setting, Tri and Quad were

presented for the first time. The lounge also offered visitors a place to pause, connect, and engage

with the designs in a relaxed atmosphere.

This collaboration made the essence of Pod tangible for the first time. By bringing the dialogue

between space and design into focus, it transformed the experience into something open, shareable,

and emotionally resonant.