In industrial manufacturing, traces of processes such as cutting, welding, and grinding are typically removed as production advances, leaving little evidence in the final product. While uniformity and smoothness are generally prioritised, the process becomes less visible. Siin Siin focuses on these ‘vanishing processes’, treating manufacturing as an essential design element. Klon Klon comprises laser-cut 4mm-thick aluminium sheets in flat and curved forms. The cut edges retain traces of the fabrication process. The flat sheets feature circular perforations that align with the curved sheets, allowing the two components to be welded together through these openings. As a result, welding marks – typically concealed – remain visible, becoming part of the structure itself. This project was developed as part of Japan Benex’s EETAL initiative. Japan Benex specialises in precision sheet metal processing, handling laser cutting, bending, welding, and baked coatings in-house. Klon Klon reveals the traces embedded in the company’s production process, making them visible rather than erasing them.
Photo：Mitsuo Suma (Licht Gallery)