Ikebana Kukui Kū Papahele by Alexey Danilin

Ikebana Kukui Kū Papahele by Alexey Danilin is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Kala in Hoʻolālā Kukui a me Lako Kukui Competition Category.

KalaKukui· 2026

Ikebana Kukui Kū Papahele

by Alexey Danilin

Client: Maytoni

A' Design Award Kala Winner in Kukui Category

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The Design

About Ikebana Kukui Kū Papahele

He kukui kū papahele ʻo Ikebana e lawelawe pū ana ma ke ʻano he ipu pua. Pili ka inoa i ke kiʻi noʻeau Kepanī o ka hoʻonohonoho pua ʻana. He 1250 mm ke kiʻekiʻe o ke kukui a he apo kona me ke anawaena o 280 mm. Paʻa nā pua hou i loko o kekahi ipu aniani hiki ke wehe ʻia me kahi kumu ʻōpaka aniani, a hūnā ʻia ka wai. Hāʻawi kekahi hakahaka metala a me kahi kumu pōhaku māpala i ka paʻa. Ua hoʻokomo ʻia ʻelua kumu mālamalama hiki ke hoʻēmi ʻia me nā mea hoʻopuehu mālamalama ʻōpaka: hoʻomālamalama ke apo o luna i ka hoʻonohonoho pua, a lawelawe ka mālamalama o lalo i ka heluhelu ʻana a me nā ʻili hana. Mālama ke ʻano hui ʻia i kahi hakahaka ma nā wahi noho liʻiliʻi.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Kala

Ua lanakila ka hoʻolālā Ikebana Kukui Kū Papahele i ka A' Design Award Kala, he ʻike hoʻohanohano nui loa i hāʻawi ʻia i nā hoʻolālā kiʻekiʻe loa, nani a kupaianaha. He mau hana ʻālohilohi loa a hana noʻeau nui nā lanakila Kala e hōʻike ana i ka loea, ka makakoho a me ka ʻoi aku o ka noʻonoʻo o kā lākou poʻe hoʻolālā. Manaʻo ʻia ʻo ka hoʻolālā Ikebana Kukui Kū Papahele he hana kupaianaha, kūlana ʻoi aku, ʻoihana kiʻekiʻe a hou loa. ʻO kēia hoʻolālā i lanakila i ka A' Design Award Kala he mea hoʻokumu kūpono loa, mahalo ʻia e hāʻawi i ka pōmaikaʻi a hoʻoneʻe i nā palena o ka hana noʻeau, ka ʻepekema, ka hoʻolālā a me ka ʻenehana. He mea i ʻeleu ʻia e nā mea he nui ka hoʻolālā Ikebana Kukui Kū Papahele e hoʻāla i ka makemake, lawe mai i nā manaʻo maikaʻi a hoʻāla i ka kamahaʻo a me ka mahalo.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: This floor lamp represents a groundbreaking innovation in the world of decorative lighting, offering a rare combination of functionality and artistic expression. Its dual-lighting system sets it apart from conventional designs, providing both floral display illumination and ambient lighting for comfortable reading. The lamp’s ability to serve as a sophisticated platform for floral arrangements makes it a truly unique product in the market.
Dimensions & Packaging: The floor lamp measures 1250 mm in height with a 280 mm diameter ring. The construction features a glass vase equipped with frosted coating on the bottom, complemented by a robust metal framework and a stable marble base. The lighting system incorporates two light sources fitted with matte diffusers, ensuring uniform illumination while maintaining the design’s technical functionality.
Tags: Alexey Danilin, Maytoni, Floor lamp, lighting, design
Production Technology: Inspired by the ancient Japanese art of ikebana, this innovative floor lamp represents a unique fusion of traditional floral arrangement and contemporary design. Its distinctive feature is a dual-lighting system: an upper light accentuates floral compositions, while a lower light creates a cozy atmosphere for reading. The lamp’s innovative design, which combines functionality with artistic expression, fills a gap in the market by offering a sophisticated platform for displaying floral arrangements in modern interiors.
Design Challenge: The designer came up with the idea for the floor lamp-vase while thinking about moving to a new apartment with not much space. Since they really like having fresh flowers at home, they wanted to find a way to combine a lamp and a vase into one thing. It was a practical solution to save space while still being able to enjoy beautiful floral arrangements. The result is a useful and convenient piece of furniture that does two jobs at once.
Research: The primary research objective was to develop a design that seamlessly combines the functions of a floor lamp and a vase. The key challenge was to create a stable yet easily removable vase design while ensuring proper illumination for both floral arrangements and the workspace below. To achieve this goal, dozens of sketches and structural designs were developed. Extensive market research of vases and flowers was conducted to determine the optimal size parameters. Multiple stability tests were performed, leading to adjustments of the original base specifications to ensure both functionality and safety.
Inspiration: Drawing inspiration from the ancient Japanese art of ikebana — meaning life of flowers — the design embodies the essence of this refined art form. By blending traditional floral arrangement principles with modern interior aesthetics, the creator has successfully transformed the concept of a conventional lamp into a versatile platform for showcasing nature’s beauty. This fusion of Eastern philosophy and contemporary design creates a harmonious balance between art and functionality.
Project Duration: The project started in January 2025 in Moscow and finished in September 2025 in Moscow, and was exhibited in Interlight in October 2025.
Operation Flow: The Ikebana floor lamp serves a dual purpose as both a lighting fixture and a versatile vase. The removable glass vase is designed to accommodate fresh flowers, featuring a frosted base to conceal any standing water. The vase is easily detachable for cleaning and maintenance. A solid marble base ensures stability and balance. The lamp offers dimmable functionality controlled by a convenient switch located at the bottom. It features a dual lighting system: an upper ring illuminates the floral arrangement, while the lower light provides functional illumination for work surfaces. This multifunctional design is ideal for reading, working, or enhancing the decorative appeal of any space.
Team Members: Lead designer: Alexey Danilin, Product manager: Anastasia Orlova, Brand Director Natalia Danilova, Brand manager Valeria Putz, Head of Decorative Lighting Evgeniya Danilova, Head of Product in Europe Imke Wagemann, Head of Decorative Lighting in Europe Jana Ehrlich, Head of Product Alina Yashchenko Visualizer Dmitry Cherednikov
Image Credits: Image #1: Visualizer Dmitry Cherednikov, 2025, image #2: Visualizer Dmitry Cherednikov, 2025, image #3: Visualizer Dmitry Cherednikov, 2025, image #4: Visualizer Dmitry Cherednikov, 2025, image #5: Visualizer Dmitry Cherednikov, 2025.