Kawabi, co-founded by Irisa Na and Aaron Kawabi, merges historical inspiration with modern aesthetics through handmade lighting fixtures called 'vessels of illumination.' Their designs, such as the Souvenir Collection, reflect the spiritual resonance of objects, exploring themes from ancestral rituals and contemporary needs.
The Souvenir Collection shines a light on minimalist elegance, using pleated kozo paper to create lamps that are not just functional but also symbolic. They evoke realms of spirituality, offering a modern twist on East Asian lantern-making traditions and inviting reflection and reverence.
The Legume Lamp serves as a touching tribute to legacy and renewal, drawing inspiration from offerings. Its design demonstrates how Kawabi's works are not only beautiful but narrate deeper stories tied to culture and tradition, marrying art with everyday utility.
Kawabi’s debut collections at Colony highlight a unique intersection between ancient symbolisms and modern design. Their pieces are not mere decorations, but conversation starters that encourage us to contemplate the significance of light as an embodiment of meaning.
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