John Pawson's ribbons for Japan

In light of the disaster that has struck Japan following the earthquake and tsunami there earlier this month, the British architect John Pawson - who spent several years living in Japan -has designed ribbons to show support for the disaster relief effort.

The white cotton ribbon has a simple red circle printed on one strand, which is emblematic of the Japanese flag. An electronic version of the ribbon design can be downloaded from Pawson's website in exchange for a donation to the Red Cross Japan Tsunami Appeal, and can be attached to emails and websites.

Follow the link to Dezeen to read about various artists' efforts to help the relief work in Japan.