The origins of Kanari trace back to designer Hsiang Wang (Sean) and his time in London. In 2009, he pursued a Master’s degree in Industrial Design at Central Saint Martins and later worked at a local design firm. Through the daily interplay between design and life, he came to see design not only as a matter of form and function but also as a medium that connects people and objects.
 
The name Kanari was inspired by his residence in Canary Wharf and reflects the qualities of a canary, a bird known for its acute sensitivity to its surroundings. The name carries forward his continued observation of the relationship between people and objects and offers a quiet response through design that naturally enters the rhythm of contemporary life.
 
In 2013, Kanari relocated to Taipei and formally began its journey as a brand. Guided by the idea of "Together + Living, embracing a better life." it approaches daily life through refined material choices and restrained form language, creating objects that unite function with emotional resonance. Kanari's design philosophy is rooted in clarity and simplicity, with a focus on proportion and texture that allows aesthetics to become a natural part of everyday living.