Hope Isibani Setafula by Alexey Danilin is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2026 Umklomelo Wesiliva we-A' Design Award in Ukudizayina Ukukhanyisa Competition Category.

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Hope Isibani Setafula

by Alexey Danilin

Client: Maytoni

Umklomelo Wesiliva we-A' Design Award Winner in Ukukhanyisa Category

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The Design

About Hope Isibani Setafula

I-Hope yisibani setafula esihlanganisa ubuciko bendabuko bobumba nokukhanya kwesimanje kwe-LED. Umzimba wenziwe ngobumba bemvelo, wakhiwa ngezindlela ezisungulwe kudala, futhi uhlanganiswe nohlaka lwensimbi kanye ne-diffuser ye-acrylic. Ibhodi ye-LED ehlanganisiwe inikeza ukukhanya okunamandla okufanele izindawo zokusebenza. Ukukhanya kulungiswa ngokuthinta ibhola lensimbi, ngakho lesi sibani singasebenza futhi njengesibani sasebusuku noma into yokuhlobisa. Kufakwe amabhola amabili ashintshanayo anemiphetho eyahlukene, i-chrome ne-brass. Isibani sinobude obungu-355 mm, ububanzi obungu-260 mm kanye nokujula okungu-84 mm.

The Recognition

About the Umklomelo Wesiliva we-A' Design Award

Hope Isibani Setafula iwinile uMklomelo Wesiliva we-A' Design Award, ukwaziswa okuhloniphekile ngokungajwayelekile okunikezwa imiklamo esezingeni eliphezulu, ebukekayo nethinta kakhulu. Abawinile beSiliva yimisebenzi egqamile kakhulu nedala kakhulu ebonisa ubungcweti obuphawulekayo, italente nobuhlakani babaklami babo. Hope Isibani Setafula ilindeleke ukuba ibe ngumsebenzi omuhle wesibonelo, onobungcweti obuphawulekayo nezinto ezintsha ezijulile. Lo mklamo owinile uMklomelo Wesiliva we-A' Design Award uyinto entsha ebonakala kakhulu nethakazelisayo esiza futhi isunduza imingcele yobuciko, isayensi, ukuklama nobuchwepheshe. Hope Isibani Setafula iyinto enomhawu omkhulu kuyo evusa izifiso, ilethe imizwa emihle futhi ivuse ukumangala nokuxakeka.

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.