Crackdown Kukui Hoʻonani by Ibrahim Fatih Satilmis

Crackdown Kukui Hoʻonani by Ibrahim Fatih Satilmis is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2025 A' Design Award Keleawe in Hoʻolālā Kukui a me Lako Kukui Competition Category.

KeleaweKukui· 2025

Crackdown Kukui Hoʻonani

by Ibrahim Fatih Satilmis

Client: Studio Soldout

A' Design Award Keleawe Winner in Kukui Category

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The Design

About Crackdown Kukui Hoʻonani

Hoʻike ʻia ʻo Crackdown he kukui hoʻonani i hoʻohana ʻia me ka aniani nahu e hoʻolaha ana i ka mālamalama i loko o nā hana ʻāniʻani nekeneke e hoʻomanaʻo ana i ka lā ma luna o nā ʻili wāwahi. Ua koho ʻia kahi lua kukui keleawe uhi e hoʻōnui i ka ea mehana, ʻoiai ua hana ʻia ka kino metala ʻaʻāhī ma nā laina uuku i hoʻopili ʻia i ka nani Japandi. Ua hoʻolālā ʻia ka hale ma ke ʻano o nā māhele papahele a lewa paha e hiki ke loli ʻia, no laila hiki ke hoʻokomo ʻia i loko o nā lumi like ʻole a e lawelawe pū i ka wā hoʻokahi ma ke ʻano he kiʻiākea waenakonu a me ka kukui hana.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Keleawe

Ua lanakila ka hoʻolālā Crackdown Kukui Hoʻonani i ka A' Design Award Keleawe, he ʻike hoʻohanohano nui loa i hāʻawi ʻia i nā hoʻolālā kūʻokoʻa i ʻike ʻia ma o ka hana noʻeau, ka akamai a me ka makakoho. He mau hana mākaukau a hana noʻeau kupaianaha nā lanakila Keleawe e hōʻoia ana i ka ʻike nui, ka noʻonoʻo a me ka maʻalea o kā lākou poʻe hoʻolālā. Manaʻo ʻia ʻo ka hoʻolālā Crackdown Kukui Hoʻonani he mea i mahalo nui ʻia, hoʻohiwahiwa ʻia a aloha ʻia, he ʻoihana a hou loa. ʻO kēia hoʻolālā i lanakila i ka A' Design Award Keleawe e hoʻohui ana i nā hana maikaʻi loa o ka hana noʻeau, ka ʻepekema, ka hoʻolālā a me ka ʻenehana, a maikaʻi no kona nānā ʻana i nā kikoʻī. Hoʻokō maikaʻi ka hoʻolālā Crackdown Kukui Hoʻonani i nā pono, hoʻopā i ka makemake, hoʻohiwahiwa i nā manaʻo a huki i ka makemake e ʻike.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: Crackdown is a decorative lighting design inspired by the interplay of light and shadows. It features crackle glass for a mesmerizing glow, reminiscent of sunlight through fractured surfaces. The brass-plated socket evokes the warmth of the sun, enhancing its organic elegance. Made of high-quality metal with a satin finish, Crackdown’s modular design allows versatile use in both residential and commercial spaces.
Dimensions & Packaging: Floor Lamp - 1: Width 250 mm x Depth 250 mm x Height 1200 mm
Floor Lamp - 2: Width 250 mm x Depth 250 mm x Height 900 mm
Pendant Lamp: Width 1200 mm x Depth 250 mm x Height 250 mm x Total Hight with Cable: 1200 mm
Material: High-quality metal with satin finish, crackle glass, brass-plated socket.
Light Source: Energy-efficient LED bulbs.
Package: Compact, eco-friendly packaging designed for secure transit and easy assembly.
Tags: Decorative lighting, crackle glass, brass-plated socket, minimalist design, ambient light, Japandi style, modular lighting, energy-efficient, artistic illumination, contemporary interior.
Production Technology: Crackdown is crafted using precision laser cutting technology on high-quality metal sheets with a satin finish. The lighting elements use energy-efficient LED bulbs housed in crackle glass, creating a mesmerizing glow. The socket is brass-plated to evoke a warm, golden hue reminiscent of sunlight. The modular design allows easy assembly and versatile use in various interior spaces.
Design Challenge: The main challenge was achieving the balance between functionality and artistic expression. Ensuring structural integrity while maintaining a sleek form required precise engineering and material selection. The interplay of light through crackle glass without glare was challenging, demanding meticulous testing. Additionally, designing modular components for versatile usage posed creative and technical difficulties.
Research: The research focused on exploring light interactions with textured glass and metallic surfaces. Objectives included achieving dynamic ambient lighting and an elegant aesthetic. Methods involved material experimentation, 3D modeling, and lighting renders. Results showed high satisfaction in ambiance and functionality, influencing the design's minimalist yet impactful form.
Inspiration: Inspired by the harmony of solid structures and voids, Crackdown reflects the contrast between strength and delicacy. The crackle glass emulates fractured surfaces, creating dynamic light effects. The brass-plated socket symbolizes sunlight's warmth, enhancing the design’s connection to nature. Its minimalist approach is influenced by Japandi style, balancing simplicity and boldness. It embodies the beauty of light and shadow interaction.
Project Duration: The project started in December 2024 in Istanbul and was completed in February 2025.
Operation Flow: Crackdown is designed for easy use with a plug-and-play system. The modular structure allows flexible placement, whether as a floor lamp or pendant. Its crackle glass disperses light dynamically, creating artistic shadows and an ambient glow. The brass-plated socket enhances the warmth of the light, providing a comfortable atmosphere. It is operated via a touch-sensitive switch for user convenience.
Patents: Copyrights belong to İbrahim Fatih Satılmış, 2024.
Team Members: Ibrahim Fatih Satilmis
Image Credits: Image #1: Render / Designer İbrahim Fatih Satılmış, Crackdown Series, 2024.
Image #2: Render / Designer İbrahim Fatih Satılmış, Crackdown Series, 2024.
Image #3: Render / Designer İbrahim Fatih Satılmış, Crackdown Series, 2024.
Image #4: Render / Designer İbrahim Fatih Satılmış, Crackdown Series, 2024.
Image #5: Render / Designer İbrahim Fatih Satılmış, Crackdown Series, 2024.