Colorful Lab Coats
A Project with Yarn-dyed weaving factory
"Let's make them colorful!" |
We aimed to redesign lab coats in a way that would make them more welcoming and comforting for patients.
A lab coat is a type of overcoat or smock worn by professionals in the medical or laboratory field. It serves as a simple uniform and protects their street clothes. The modern lab coat, which is often made from white fabric, was introduced in the late 1800s as a symbol of cleanliness. However, some patients experience higher blood pressure readings when measured in a clinical setting compared to when measured at home. This phenomenon is known as white coat hypertension, as it is often associated with the traditional white coats worn in clinical settings. However, it's important to note that the coat itself may not be the cause of elevated readings.
A lab coat is a type of overcoat or smock worn by professionals in the medical or laboratory field. It serves as a simple uniform and protects their street clothes. The modern lab coat, which is often made from white fabric, was introduced in the late 1800s as a symbol of cleanliness. However, some patients experience higher blood pressure readings when measured in a clinical setting compared to when measured at home. This phenomenon is known as white coat hypertension, as it is often associated with the traditional white coats worn in clinical settings. However, it's important to note that the coat itself may not be the cause of elevated readings.
Banshu-Ori Yarn-dyed Weaving
We decided to use fabrics made from "Banshu-ori," a traditional yarn-dyed weaving method that originates from the local region. We experimented with different color combinations and textures that are unique to Banshu-ori. The Banshu-ori industry thrived in the 1800s when a temple carpenter introduced the region to the weaving techniques used in the Nishijin district of Kyoto. The careful interweaving of the threads during the weaving process ensures that the fabric is soft to the touch and comfortable to wear. To preserve this tradition for future generations, the weaving methods are part of the objectives of sustainable development and comply with the requirements of the Seto Inland Sea Environmental Protection Act.
