Kumiko

Kumiko is a traditional Japanese woodworking technique that uses finely cut wooden pieces to form delicate, interlocking patterns. Each piece is carefully fitted by hand, creating geometric designs that bring warmth, balance, and artistry into a space. Whether used in furniture, panels, or decorative accents, Kumiko adds a timeless touch of craftsmanship and elegance.

Decorative wood kumiko pattern with geometric patterns and small white crosses, mounted on a light wooden background.
Unfinished intricate wooden geometric art piece on a wooden workbench with carving tools and wood shavings.
Close-up of an intricate wooden geometric lattice structure with interconnected star shapes.
A person working on a woodworking project in a workshop, cutting or assembling wooden pieces on a workbench with various tools and wood pieces around.
View through a Kumiko skylight window with droplets of condensation.
A magazine cover titled 'WOOD' featuring a wooden desk with drawers and shelves, with text highlighting projects such as backyard storage, toy train container, super comfy couch, and tabletop book nook. The page also includes a QR code and a section about a woodworking project by Mark Behrens.
Wooden geometric pattern being glued with a black adhesive applicator.
A small decorative Japanese paper lantern with intricate wood lattice design sits on a wooden surface, accompanied by a small white dish and a pair of brown chopsticks placed on top of the dish.