Heritage Is the Ultimate Inspiration for These 12 AAPI Designers

In honor of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month, ELLE Decor talks with 12 designers, makers, and artists that celebrate their heritage in their work. From sculptors working in unusual materials like rope and rubber to designers and makers honoring traditional crafts with contemporary thinking, this design dozen is united by innovation, materiality, artisanship, and a goal of sharing culture through the international language of design.