Monoware-muki - Kivi

The square-to-round shape is a real conversation starter on my desk, and the stoneware feels wonderfully hefty in the hand. It holds heat better than my old mugs and the rounded rim is smooth against the lips. I've already reached for it more than anything else in my cupboard.

That square-to-round shape is such a clever detail in hand—it feels sturdy at the base but the rim sits perfectly against your lips. The stoneware has a nice weight to it that makes my morning coffee feel more like a ritual.

The base sits perfectly flat on my desk but the rim feels lovely and round in my hand—that transition is oddly satisfying every time I pick it up. It’s got a nice weight to it, sturdy but not clunky, and the stoneware finish feels smooth and matte.