Transforming a Bedroom Corner with Custom-Made Japanese Tatami in Brooklyn

Custom Tatami for a Brooklyn Bedroom Corner: A Unique Addition to Your Home

Bringing Japanese Tradition to Brooklyn with Custom Tatami

At Tokyo Tatami Maker, we recently had the pleasure of creating a custom tatami set for a customer based in Brooklyn, New York. This customer wanted to add a touch of Japanese tradition to their bedroom, envisioning a cozy corner where they could relax and unwind. They specifically requested our IGUSA series tatami, known for its natural rush (igusa) covering, which brings a calming aesthetic and a refreshing scent to any room. Additionally, they asked for the tatami mats to be made extra thick (50mm), providing extra cushioning and comfort.

Design Challenges and Custom Solutions

When the customer initially reached out, they expressed a unique need: a specific corner in their bedroom had a pillar extending from the wall, requiring a precise notch in the tatami mats for a perfect fit. They provided a hand-drawn sketch detailing the room’s measurements and noted that, after reconsidering the layout, they preferred an adjusted length of 64.6 inches instead of 72 inches.

We quickly responded with a custom proposal:

Room dimensions: 64.6 inches by 56 inches
Tatami configuration: 4 mats, each sized at 32.3 inches by 28 inches, with a 50mm thickness
Customization fee: Notch cutting for $20, making a total cost of $604 USD, with shipping included.

Creating and Delivering the Tatami

After finalizing the design, our team began crafting the tatami mats, making sure they met the exact specifications. Each mat was meticulously shaped to include the notch for the pillar, ensuring a seamless fit in the room. Production was completed in under a week, and we shipped the tatami to Brooklyn, where it arrived within just two to three days from Japan.

Transforming a Bedroom Corner

The customer was delighted with the mats upon arrival and shared photos of the transformation. The “before” picture showcased an empty corner in their bedroom, while the “after” picture highlighted how the mats added a warm, relaxing feel to the space. They arranged the tatami next to their bed, utilizing the corner for a reading nook complete with a bookshelf and a small desk for working on a laptop. The tatami’s natural texture and the IGUSA scent gave the room an unmistakable touch of Japanese ambiance, turning it into a relaxing, Zen-inspired corner.

Why Choose Tokyo Tatami Maker for Custom Orders?

Our Brooklyn customer’s experience shows the value of custom-made tatami mats. Before finding Tokyo Tatami Maker, they had concerns about finding mats that would perfectly fit their space, especially given the unique pillar in the wall. The flexibility of our customization process and our commitment to quality craftsmanship convinced them to choose us. The result speaks for itself: a beautifully tailored tatami area that fits their room perfectly, adding comfort and charm to their home.

Imagine Your Own Space Transformed with Tatami

Whether you’re looking to create a meditation space, a small reading nook, or simply want to add a unique element to your home, Tokyo Tatami Maker can bring traditional Japanese aesthetics to your doorstep. With customizable options to fit any room size or layout, we are dedicated to helping you achieve the look you envision, no matter where you are in the world.

our Brooklyn customer’s experience highlights how Tokyo Tatami Maker can provide the perfect tatami solution, even for unique spaces. If you’re considering a similar project, feel free to consult with us on your specific needs. We’d love to help make your vision a reality.

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