Bergamo, Italia
“Kawara by Pedrali is coming from Japanese traditional roof tile, used for japanese shrines or temples. Kawara is beautiful on its own, but also when combined with other tiles, it create unique and distinctive character textures. It is from this harmony between tradition and modularity that the idea for a new lighting system was born.” – Yusuke Kawai.
Kawara is a lighting collection resulting from the collaboration with Japanese designer, Yusuke Kawai.
This new artistic and design partnership is built on a dialogue rich in curiosity and respect for diverse traditions and lifestyles, creating a bridge between two distant worlds that are nonetheless connected by profound cultural affinities. Kawara takes its name from the traditional Japanese tile that adorns the triangular roofs of sacred buildings in Japan. Their modularity and distinctive design inspired the creation of this lighting collection.
Designed to be extremely modular and customisable, Kawara is made of extruded aluminium, it comes in various anodised or powder-coated finishes, and it is available as pendant, horizontal, or vertical, as well as floor version.
At the heart of the project is a deep reflection on sustainability, as the designer explains: “today, sustainability is an imperative responsibility: it is not an option, but a necessity. It is from this awareness that the idea of modular lighting was born, a concrete and intelligent response to this challenge.”
What makes this product very versatile is the option to choose between a single continuous element in extruded aluminium — giving the product a technical, clean, and essential appearance — or adjustable modules connected by small joining rings to allow precise light direction creating a more playful effect. These combinations allow light to be directed towards the table, ceiling or angled at 45°, offering tailor-made solutions for any setting. The distinctive and unifying element of all Kawara modules are the grooves running along the rounded back, adding elegance to the piece and introducing a refined aesthetic detail. The designer explains that “the true value of the grooves emerges when different modules are combined, regardless of the angles, they create a continuous look. This precious detail is designed to always connect, turning its versatility into visual harmony”.
The LED strip with dimmer allows the brightness of the lighting to be adjusted, adapting it to a variety of needs and creating the right atmosphere in any space. Through the combination of elegant design and exceptional modularity, Kawara fits seamlessly into both residential and commercial spaces, creating unique layouts that explore the art of creating light and shadows in rooms.
About: Pedrali is an Italian company specializing in contemporary furniture for contract and residential use, blending tradition, innovation, and engineering excellence. Their versatile collections, developed entirely in Italy, use metal, plastic, wood, and upholstery, often combined. Collaborations with Italian and international designers have brought prestigious awards, including the 2011 XXII Compasso d’Oro ADI for the Frida chair. Production happens in their Mornico al Serio and Manzano facilities, emphasizing high quality and environmental respect. Pedrali uses FSC® certified wood and plant-based water coatings, and since 2018, measures its carbon footprint with ISO 14064-1 certification. They hold ISO certifications for quality, environmental, and occupational health management. In 2020, they launched recycled polypropylene collections and earned the ReMade in Italy® certification. Pedrali also gained Greenguard Gold certification for low emissions and joined the WHP workplace health program in 2024. In 2023, Pedrali celebrated 60 years with a pavilion designed by Michele De Lucchi to promote design and industry education.
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