"'When developing creative ideas, I consider technological aspects in parallel, though sometimes I also start from technology itself. In either case, I aim not just to create concepts, but to translate them into tangible products that can reach people. Kawara's design explores the tile's modularity, enabling aesthetic harmony whether used alone or in combination. The form was further inspired by the elegant triangular roofs typical of Japanese temples and shrines,' begins Yusuke Kawai."
"Uniting Japanese craftsmanship with the technical precision of European production, Pedrali presents Kawara, a modular lighting collection designed by Yusuke Kawai. The collection's aesthetic refinement and technical sophistication is defined by Kawai's deep rooted appreciation for sacred architecture and a foundational experience in high-tech engineering. Launched at the 63rd edition of Salone del Mobile, the lighting system successfully merges these influences with the 100% Made in Italy production of Pedrali."
Kawara is a modular lighting collection that merges Japanese craftsmanship and European technical precision. Yusuke Kawai designed the system drawing on sacred Japanese temple and shrine roof forms and the modularity of the Kawara roof tile. The collection emphasizes aesthetic refinement, structural clarity, and versatility, allowing fixtures to be used singly or combined. Production is fully internal and 100% Made in Italy under Pedrali's high-precision manufacturing, which emphasizes quality and environmental respect. Kawai's background in high-tech engineering informed the project's technical solutions and focus on translating technological concepts into tangible, market-ready products.
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