Angela Hartnett: In the Zone by Clyde Brolin
We often associate being ‘in the Zone’ with sport but it’s the home of genius in any field, and Michelin-starred chef Angela Hartnett certainly fits that bill.
Takumi
What does Takumi mean? In Japan, the word takumi refers to a craftsperson who is unrivalled in their particular field of expertise.
Henry Glogau wins the 2021 Lexus Design Award
New Zealander Henry Glogau wins the Grand Prix in the 2021 Lexus Design Award, with his portable solar water distiller.
In Search of Takumi, chapter five: Paper
While the world turned upside down during the global pandemic, Clare Pentlow was busy creating this paper art inspired by the Lexus UX.
In Search of Takumi, chapter four: Wood
This wood sculpture inspired by the design and craftsmanship of the Lexus RX L was a century in the making. Here’s how Sally Burnett created it.
In Search of Takumi, chapter three: Metal
There’s much more to this metal sculpture than meets the eye. Find out how it’s been inspired by the Lexus ES saloon.
In Search of Takumi, chapter two: Glass
In the second chapter of In Search of Takumi, Peter Layton crafts a bespoke glass sculpture inspired by the Lexus LS.
In Search of Takumi, chapter one: Leather
In the first episode of our ‘In Search of Takumi’ series, Otis Ingrams creates a bespoke leather chair inspired by the design and craftsmanship in the Lexus LC.
Lexus tutorials teach you to get creative with origami
Lexus and UK-based origami artist Coco Sato reveal the essential techniques of origami in three free Lexus Creates online tutorials.
Who is Tattoo Car artist Claudia De Sabe?
Learn more about the London-based tattoo artist behind our stunning UX art car.
Lexus unveils the world’s first tattooed car
You’ve probably scratched your car before, but never like this… Lexus unveils the world’s first tattooed car.
Tommy Banks: craftsmanship, from nature to plate
In the first Lexus Lunches, our series celebrating the craftsmanship of Britain’s top chefs, we visited Tommy Banks for a meal like no other.
The art of making the Matcha crepe cake
On Pancake Day, one pancake is never enough… that’s where the Matcha crepe cake comes in. We went to find out how this mouthwatering dessert is made.
Lexus and takumi: Hisato Nakahigashi, foraging chef
Award-winning chef Hisato Nakahigashi discusses his passion for cooking, the origins of his family’s restaurant and the challenges of foraging in Japan.
Lexus and takumi: Nahoko Kojima, the paper cutting artist
Nahoko Kojima has devoted almost her entire life to kirie, the traditional Japanese art of paper cutting.
