Anima Tlaltlanextiliztli by Alexey Danilin is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Mahuizolli A' Design Award Iztacteocuitlatl in Tlahuilli Tlachihualli ihuan Tlahuiltequitilli Tlachihchihualiztli Competition Category.
IztacteocuitlatlTlahuilli· 2026
Anima Tlaltlanextiliztli
Client: Maytoni
Mahuizolli A' Design Award Iztacteocuitlatl Winner in Tlahuilli Category
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About Anima Tlaltlanextiliztli
Anima ce quiahuac tlahuilli in omochihchiuh inic quitlanextilia xochimilli ihuan tlalixco. In huehueyi itlahtlamantiliz omochihchiuhqueh ica cualli acrílico tezcatl, in quixicoa in tonalpatlaliztli ihuan in tlatzotzonaliztli. Ome tlachihchihualli ica atl imachiyo monepanoah inhuan LED tlahuiltin in ihtic cateh inic quichihuah ce tlanextli in quinehnehuilia in atl iixco quenin panohua tonatiuh itlanex. In LED tlahuiltin in cateh ipan ihuan inahuac in acrílico tlahtlamantli quitemacah yamanqui, momoyahuac tlahuilli in yauh ahco ihuan tlani. In tepoztli itlacayo, in huel yectli omochihchiuh, quipiya ihtic ce LED tlamantli ica tlachializtepoztli in huel omochihchiuh. In tlahuilli quipiya 750 mm ihuecapan ihuan 170 mm ipatlahuac.
The Recognition
About the Mahuizolli A' Design Award Iztacteocuitlatl
Anima Tlaltlanextiliztli ca in quicuic in Mahuizolli A' Design Award Iztacteocuitlatl, hueyi tlamahuizoliztli tlen momaca in huel yectli, tlanextic ihuan mahuiztic tlachihualli. In quicuicah Iztacteocuitlatl ca cenca cualli ihuan cenca yancuic tlachihualli in quinextia in tlamatiliztli, toltecayotl ihuan ixtlamatiliztli intlachihuanime. Ca quinequi in Anima Tlaltlanextiliztli ca cenca cualli, cenca motequiuhtia ihuan yancuic. Ni dizayno in quicuic Iztacteocuitlatl quihuelitia in toltecayotl, tlamatiliztli, dizayno ihuan teknolohia. Anima Tlaltlanextiliztli quiyolchicahua in tlacah, quipaquiltia ihuan quitlamahuiztiltia.
Behind the Design
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Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.
- Unique Properties
- The Anima accent landscape lamp combines innovative technologies and natural design. Its main components are made of premium acrylic glass, which withstands temperature fluctuations and physical impacts. The design features two decorative elements with a water pattern that interact with integrated LED lights, creating a caustic effect resembling natural water patterns. LEDs positioned above and beside the acrylic elements produce warm, diffused illumination directed both upward and downward.
- Dimensions & Packaging
- Height 750 mm. Width 170 mm.
- Tags
- Alexey Danilin, Maytoni
- Production Technology
- The production of the Anima lamp combines advanced technologies and premium materials. The precision-machined metal body houses an advanced LED module with specialized optics.
Acrylic components are designed to diffuse and reflect light, creating a soft glow. The central acrylic element produces a distinctive caustic effect, interacting with integrated lighting sources to form the lamp’s unique pattern. Meticulous manufacturing ensures optimal light distribution and durability. - Design Challenge
- The designer conducted a thorough creative exploration to find a harmonious balance between form and decorative effect. The goal was to combine a robust construction with waterproof protection and natural motifs. After examining dozens of designs, the creator selected the most fluid form — one that evokes the gentle beauty of a sunset. The designer deliberately chose acrylic glass, reminiscent of water, as water is the source of life in any landscape. This combination creates a unique synergy between strength and delicacy, technology and nature.
- Research
- The development of the Anima landscape lamp was inspired by the desire to bring interior lighting trends into outdoor lighting design, aiming to merge landscape lighting with decorative illumination. Extensive research was conducted into various decorative lighting techniques, furniture design, and finishing materials. This comprehensive study led to the idea of using acrylic that resembles water, creating a caustic effect that adds a captivating visual dimension to the lighting experience.
- Inspiration
- Inspired by forest rivers and lakes, the Anima lamp creates a unique atmosphere in any environment. Serving as the soul of private gardens or public landscapes, this lighting fixture boasts durable light sources for reliable performance. Its aesthetic seamlessly blends with nature, transforming ordinary outdoor lighting into an artistic statement under the open sky.
- Project Duration
- The project was initiated in June 2025 in Moscow, Russia, and successfully implemented in November 2025 in Guangzhou, China.
- Operation Flow
- The Anima lamp is perfectly suited for outdoor use, making it an excellent choice for garden and landscape lighting.
Strategically placed along private driveways and garden paths, this versatile lighting solution serves a dual purpose: it illuminates walkways while providing clear nighttime navigation. Its durable construction and weather-resistant design ensure reliable performance in various outdoor conditions, creating both functional lighting and aesthetic appeal for any outdoor space. - Team Members
- Lead designer: Alexey Danilin, Art Director Kristina Bushueva, Photographer Pavel Dunaev, Photographer Vladislav Bukin, Head of Product in Europe Imke Wagemann, Head of Product Alina Yashchenko, Head of Outdoor Product Development Vladimir Kharkov
- Image Credits
- Image #1: Photographer Pavel Dunaev 2026, Image #2: Photographer Pavel Dunaev 2026, Image #3: Photographer Pavel Dunaev 2026, Image #4: Photographer Pavel Dunaev 2026, Image #5: Photographer Vlad Bukin 2025.
The model is the author of these lamps, designer Alexey Danilin.
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