Description
“A wall-bound sunbeam—gentle, grounding, radiant”
The Soniah Medium Sconce radiates a quiet presence, both functional and deeply symbolic. Inspired by the sunflower—“soniah” in Ukrainian—it echoes the flower’s natural orientation toward light, embodying its quiet strength and poetic grace.
Mounted on the wall, its hand-sculpted circular form resembles an earthly sun—a solar disc carved from clay, ecological concrete, or raw mineral blends. Each piece bears the traces of the maker’s hand, giving it a uniquely organic texture that feels both ancient and alive.
The light it emits is warm, soothing, almost ceremonial—casting a gentle glow that softens the space and invites calm. With its medium scale, the sconce integrates seamlessly into modern interiors while holding a sculptural, meaningful presence.
About Victoria Yakusha :
Victoria Yakusha is an architect, designer, and artist born in 1982 in Dnipro, Ukraine. She is the originator of the concept of "living design," a creative philosophy deeply rooted in the earth, nature, and Ukrainian cultural traditions.
In 2007, she graduated from the Prydniprovska State Academy of Architecture and furthered her studies in France at the National Institute of Applied Sciences (INSA). That same year, she founded her own architecture studio.
Following the 2014 Revolution of Dignity in Ukraine, she redefined her role as a creator and launched the brand FAINA. This label embodies authentic, emotive design inspired by Ukrainian heritage, through furniture, lighting, and decorative objects.
Since 2022, Victoria Yakusha has also been working as an independent designer, collaborating with various brands while continuing to create limited edition pieces. Her work stands out for its minimalist, organic language, its deep cultural resonance, and its sculptural, architecture-inspired approach.
Technical details :
Materials : Upcycled steel frame and live ZTISTA material – a blend of cellulose, clay, flax fiber, wood chips, biopolymer cover.
Color : Hatka - Soniah - Ptaha
Dimensions: 400 X 200 mm
Weight: 3 kg
Origin : Ukraine
Design by : Victoria Yakusha
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