THEURBANATIVE
AFRICAN STORIES THROUGH FUNCTIONAL DESIGN
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AYA COLLECTION
Selection of pieces from our Aya collection, designed in 2020 this collection centers on the Adinkra symbol: Aya- pronounced "eye-ah," which represents resourcefulness and endurance.
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At the core of this collection is the influence of Adinkra symbols, originating from the Ashanti and Akan kingdoms of West Africa. Each symbol represents related concepts entered around an ideal. The collection focuses on the Aya symbol, pronounced "eye-ah," representing resourcefulness and endurance. Part of the 700 Adinkra symbols linked to the Gyaman kingdom, Aya or "fern" signifies the ability to overcome adversities, symbolized by the hardy West African fern.
The collection's materials include powder-coated recycled steel, reclaimed ostrich egg, and brass elements—these are intentionally chosen to reflect the symbol’s deeper meaning. The Aya Collection seeks to honor and promote a deeper understanding of Adinkra symbology, ensuring its preservation and appreciation today.
INFINITE AYA CONSOLE
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in Collaboration with
AVOOVA
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Year of design: 2024
Year of creation: 2024
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Description:
This console unit features a sturdy framework made of powder-coated mild steel bars and sheet, ensuring durability and a sleek appearance. The surface showcases a mosaic of reclaimed ostrich egg shells embedded in epoxy for a unique, eco-friendly touch. Brass elements highlights a play on abstracted shapes of the Aya symbol.
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Dimensions:
(Height x Length x Depth in cm)
160 cm x 60 cm x 82 cm
AYA OBELISK
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in Collaboration with
AVOOVA
Year of design: 2020
Year of creation: 2024
Description:
This contemporary floor lamp boasts a modern design silhouette with a powder-coated mild steel frame in laser-cut plates. The lampshade showcases the unique AVOOVA mosaic crafted from reclaimed ostrich egg shells in epoxy, supported by a solid oak tray.
Dimensions:
(Height x Length x Depth in cm)
150 cm x 38 cm x 38 cm
AYA MIRROR
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in Collaboration with
AVOOVA
Year of design: 2020
Year of creation: 2024
Description:
This contemporary floor mirror is crafted with a steel frame, grey mirror surface and a details in AVOOVA’s mosaic of reclaimed ostrich egg shells in epoxy. Brass accents embedded in the solid oak base add to the layered story of the fern and the embedded meanings behind Andinkra symbols.
Dimensions:
(Height x Length x Depth in cm)
183,5 cm x 51,5 cm x 61 cm
AYA LAMP
Year of design: 2020
Year of creation: 2021
Description:
The Aya lamp draw inspiration from Adinkra symbols, originating in the Ashanti and Akan kingdoms of West Africa(spanning Senegal to Nigeria). Each Adinkra symbol embodies concepts and ideals to be practiced or embodied in life.
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The lamp is based on the fern symbol, representing endurance and resourcefulness. The Aya table lamp is crafted from powder-coated steel and features a solid ash timber tray.
Dimensions:
(Height x Length x Depth in cm)
47,5 cm x 20 cm x 20 cm
