The Pépé Stool is crafted from solid wood, with the top and edges of the legs finished in a subtle white lacquer.

This delicate accent is inspired by a detail found in traditional Japanese temple architecture—where the ends of exposed beams are often painted or lacquered to emphasize their role in the structure. Much like those temples, where function is made visible and celebrated through ornamental treatment, the lacquered edges of the Pepe Stool draw attention to its construction, honoring the joints and lines that hold it together.

The name “Pépé” pays homage to the designer’s grandfather, who once built a small wooden stool and table for a child’s earliest drawings. In this piece, traditional joinery, architectural clarity, and personal memory come together in a quietly iconic form.