Lyrion Piana Nui Ranu by Pardis Karimi is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Parahi in Hoahoa Taonga Puoro Competition Category.

ParahiTaonga Puoro· 2026

Lyrion Piana Nui Ranu

by Pardis Karimi

Client: Pardis Karimi

A' Design Award Parahi Winner in Taonga Puoro Category

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The Design

About Lyrion Piana Nui Ranu

Ko Lyrion he piana nui ranu e whakakotahi ana i te miihini oro taketake me te hangarau matihiko. Kua hangaia te tinana ki te whakauru muka waro kaha-nui me te konumohe kua miihinihia kia tika, e whakaiti ana i te taumaha, e tautoko ana hoki i te pūmau mō te wā roa. Ka whakaatu tētahi mata hurihuri i tētahi whakaaturanga kua whakauruhia hei whakarite oro, hei hopu oro, hei pānui tuhinga puoro hoki, me te āhei ki te whakarite i te teitei, te rahi me te koki tirohanga. Ka mahi ngā miihini taupoki me ngā kī ā-mīhini mā ngā pūnaha wahangū kua āta whakaritea, ā, ka taea hoki te whakarite i te rama taiao. Mā te pākahiko kua whakauruhia ka taea te whakamahi mō te 20 hāora te roa.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Parahi

Ko Lyrion Piana Nui Ranu te toa o te A' Design Award Parahi, he whakaaetanga tino whai mana e hoatu ana ki ngā hoahoa kōeke e tohua ana mā te auaha, te mahi mōhio me te whakaaro hōhonu. Ko ngā toa Parahi he mahi pukenga e rite ana, he auaha mīharo, e whakatūturu ana i te wheako nui, te whakaaro me te mōhio-ā-ringa o ā rātou kaihoahoa. E tūmanakohia ana ko Lyrion Piana Nui Ranu he taonga whakanuia, whakamīharotia, aroha nui, he ngaio, he auaha hoki. Ko tēnei hoahoa i toa i te Parahi e whakauru ana i ngā tikanga pai rawa i te toi, te pūtaiao, te hoahoa me te hangarau, ā, he tino mīharo ki ngā taipitopito. Ka whakatutuki a Lyrion Piana Nui Ranu i ngā hiahia, ka pā ki ngā hiahia, ka whakaoho i ngā kare-ā-roto, ā, ka kume i te pākiki.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: Lyrion integrates the precision and tactile fidelity of classic Acoustic grand mechanics with advanced digital innovation, preserving the authenticity of the instrument while enhancing playability. Its system combines untouched acoustic mechanisms with responsive digital features, allowing performers to express nuance and emotion effortlessly. by merging traditional mechanics with cutting-Edge technology, Lyrion elevates the art of piano performance, delivering accuracy, sensitivity, and a seamless interaction between musician and instrument.
Dimensions & Packaging: Height-110cm,Width-190cm,Length-280 cm. Weigh-340 kg.
Tags: luxury hybrid piano, acoustic hybrid piano, designer piano, Ai assisted piano, Rotating monitor piano, Battery powered piano, Smart performance instrument, Modern piano for contemporary spaces, adaptive lighting piano, lyrion piano, carbon fiber piano, limited edition piano, modern piano, luxury piano, Pardis Karimi
Production Technology: Lyrion is constructed using High-performance Carbon fiber composite (Overtone) and precision-engineered aluminum to ensure structural strength, reduced weight, and long-term stability. the intact classical acoustic action is integrated with a proprietary digital architecture featuring High-resolution sampling and real-time processing. programmable control buttons and the one touch piano function provide instant access to selected sounds, while the integrated display enables precise sound adjustment. Motorized components operate through calibrated silent mechanisms. A built-In battery supports up to 20 Hours of operation on A single charge.Lyrion is engineered with a rotating monitor that reveals an integrated OLED display when activated, creating a seamless transition between classical form and digital interface. the system allows adjustable score height, size, and viewing angle for optimal performance ergonomics. One Touch Access provides performers with over 100 rhythms and sound presets, Along with recording, editing, and full music control capabilities. an AI-based software platform integrated into the monitor enables intelligent music analysis, error detection, and performance improvement. constructed from high-performance carbon fiber composite (overtone) with a Built-In 20-Hour Battery, Lyrion combines Structural innovation with advanced digital functionality.
Design Challenge: the greatest challenge was achieving balance between futuristic ambition and real world feasibility. lyrion required the simultaneous reinvention of: piano identity interaction design hybrid acoustic engineering kinetic movement integration digital intelligence the project demanded restraint, precision, and harmony between artistic imagination and manufacturable innovation.
Research: Lyrion marks the piano’s shift into intelligent musical living. while most modern products have evolved, the piano remained largely unchanged. lyrion combines acoustic emotion with hybrid technology, kinetic design, smart connectivity, and AI artistry, creating a future ready piano for sound and lifestyle.
Inspiration: This project emerged from the effort to harmonize the static form of the acoustic grand piano with modern environments, incorporating innovative design, cutting-edge technology, and contemporary materials, while preserving the iconic silhouette of the traditional grand piano. Its goal is to create the luxury instruments of the future, honoring heritage while speaking the language of contemporary living. The design reflects fluid geometry and frequencies, motorized movements of the piano lid and keys, ambient lighting, and hidden digital interfaces,all integrated to enhance a seamless musical experience.
Project Duration: lyrion resulted from research, engineering analysis, and collaboration with top designers and engineers. It reached maturity in 2025 after structural studies, acoustic tests, and tech development in Croatia.
Operation Flow: performance flow: fast key repetition, expressive realism, auto lid, rotating monitor, dynamic lighting. Ai system: adaptive sound, tonal refinement, practice feedback. Digital platform: recording, wireless Midi, chord recognition, remote control. tonal richness: hybrid acoustic digital sound, multi speaker projection, customizable lighting.
Patents: Copyrights belong to Pardis Karimi, 2025.
Team Members: Pardis Karimi
Image Credits: all content design created solely by pardis karimi.
image #1 : designer / pardis karimi / lyrion piano / 2025.
image #2 : designer / pardis karimi / lyrion piano side view / 2025.
image #3 : designer / pardis karimi / lyrion piano back view / 2025.
image #4 : designer / pardis karimi / lyrion piano top view / 2025.
image #5 : designer / pardis karimi / lyrion piano front view / 2025.