Nimbus Macaroni

Macaroni is a standout piece in the designer toy scene, blending cute and surreal aesthetics with a playful twist. Inspired by the axolotl, Macaroni features a whimsical design characterized by a large, expressive head, wide eyes, and stubby limbs, all rendered in soft vinyl (sofubi) material. Paulus Hyu is an Indonesian designer toy artist renowned for creating the character “Nimbus,” a French bulldog with a cloud-like head symbolizing daydreaming. This creation has become iconic in the art toy community.  Hyu began his career as a graphic designer and later transitioned into the designer toy scene. In collaboration with local toy designers Eric Noah and Rendy Pranata, he co-founded the design studio Kurobokan, which has been instrumental in producing and promoting designer toys.  His portfolio includes various editions of Nimbus, such as the “Sleepwalker Nimbus” and “Daydream Nimbus,” released in collaboration with platforms like Unbox Industries and Kurobokan. These editions have been featured in events like the Thailand Toy Expo.