Hope Lamepa Laulau by Alexey Danilin is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 A' Design Award Ario in Mamanu Malamalama Competition Category.

ArioMalamalama· 2026

Hope Lamepa Laulau

by Alexey Danilin

Client: Maytoni

A' Design Award Ario Winner in Malamalama Category

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The Design

About Hope Lamepa Laulau

O le Hope o se lamepa laulau e tuufaatasia ai le tufuga masani o le omea ma le moli LED faaonaponei. O le tino e faia i le omea faanatura, na faia i auala ua uma ona faavaeina, ma ua tuufaatasia ma se faavaa uamea ma se mea faasalalau malamalama akrilika. O le laupapa LED ua tuufaatasia e maua ai se malamalama malosi e talafeagai mo nofoaga faigaluega. E fetuunai le susulu e ala i le paʻi atu i se polo uamea, o lea e mafai ai foi ona avea le lamepa o se moli o le po po o se mea teuteu. E aofia ai finauga polo se lua e mafai ona fesuiai, o le chrome ma le apamemea. O le lamepa e 355 mm le maualuga, 260 mm le lautele ma le 84 mm le loloto.

The Recognition

About the A' Design Award Ario

O le A' Design Award Ario na manumalo ai Hope Lamepa Laulau, o se faamaoniga matuā mamalu e tuuina atu i mamanu sili ona lelei, matagofie ma mataʻutia. O ē manumalo i le Ario o galuega susulu tele ma fatufatuaʻi e faaalia ai le poto, le taleni ma le atamai o tagata mamanu. E faamoemoeina Hope Lamepa Laulau e avea ma galuega matagofie, o se fesuiaiga mo isi, e iloga i le tomai faapolofesa ma mea fou loloto. O lenei mamanu na manumalo i le A' Design Award Ario o se mea e iloga, ua mataʻina e aogā ma tuleia atu tapulaʻa o le faatufugaga, saienisi, mamanu ma tekonolosi. Hope Lamepa Laulau o se mea e fiafia i ai le toatele, e fafagu ai manaʻoga, aumaia ai lagona lelei ma tupu ai le ofo.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

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

Unique Properties: This table lamp seamlessly combines ancient ceramic craftsmanship with modern LED technology. Crafted from natural ceramic using traditional methods, it features powerful integrated LEDs suitable for workspace illumination. The lamp offers dimmable functionality controlled by a touch-sensitive metal orb, with two interchangeable finishes — chrome and brass — included in the package, creating a perfect blend of art and technology.
Dimensions & Packaging: The lamp measures 355 mm in height, 260 mm in width, and 84 mm in depth. The design combines ceramic elements, metal framework, and an acrylic diffuser with integrated LED lighting. It features a dimmable metal ball control in chrome or brass finish.
Tags: Alexey Danilin, Maytoni
Production Technology: The Hope lamp collection embodies the concept of optimism through innovative design, combining millennia-old natural ceramics with modern aesthetics. Each piece seamlessly merges tradition and contemporary style, featuring intuitive control via a metallic sphere that activates light with a single touch. Available in brass or chrome finishes, these lamps represent more than just lighting. They symbolize faith in a brighter future, where functionality meets elegance.
Design Challenge: The search for a new form was inspired by the study of ancient ceramics, which later evolved into an interest in ancient sculpture. This creative journey led to the development of a table lamp featuring the graceful silhouette reminiscent of the femininity found in classical antiquities.
The design draws inspiration from the aesthetics of ancient sculptures, capturing their timeless elegance. The choice of colors and materials was influenced by the hues of the Mediterranean region — the birthplace of various ancient cultures. This connection to the Mediterranean palette adds authenticity and cultural depth to the lamp’s overall design.
Research: The main technical challenge of the project was solving complex production issues. The key difficulty lay in creating ceramic molds and developing precise production processes to prevent defects and deformation during firing.
Special attention was paid to perfecting the assembly process of all components. Another critical aspect was calculating the LED power to ensure effective illumination even within deep ceramic elements, making the lamp functional for various lighting tasks.
Inspiration: The name Hope, symbolizing optimism and progress, perfectly captures the essence of this innovative lighting collection. Serving as the foundation of human civilization, hope drives us forward, inspiring new creations. At the heart of the collection lies natural ceramics — a material proven by millennia of use. Each lamp seamlessly blends ancient traditions with contemporary design aesthetics.
Project Duration: The project was initiated in June 2025 in Moscow, Russia, and successfully implemented in November 2025 in Guangzhou, China.
Operation Flow: This table lamp features a powerful LED circuit board inside, producing a strong luminous flux that makes it perfect for workspaces. Thanks to its dimming function, the lamp can also serve as a night light or decorative element, providing flexible lighting options for different purposes.
Team Members: Lead designer: Alexey Danilin, Product manager: Anastasia Orlova, Brand Director Natalia Danilova, Brand manager Valeria Putz, Art Director Kristina Bushueva, Photographer Pavel Dunaev, Photographer Vladislav Bukin, 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
Image Credits: Image #1: Photographer Pavel Dunaev 2025, Image #2: Photographer Pavel Dunaev 2025, Image #3: Photographer Vlad Bukin 2025, Image #4: Photographer Vlad Bukin 2025, Image #5: Photographer Vlad Bukin 2025.
The model is the author of these lamps, designer Alexey Danilin.