Enlighten The Universe
The design is inspired by the emotional warmth and comfort of a lit candle, a beloved object for many. It combines the sensory experience of a candle with user functionality, emphasizing both connection and practicality. The challenge was creating a stationary design that remains flexible. Starting with three foundational elements, the design offers stability while allowing infinite expansion. This modular system invites users to personalize and evolve it, making the design adaptable, meaningful, and interactive over time.
Enlighten The Universe Candle by farnoush mohajerani has been highlighted as an innovative example of industrial design by the A' Design Award. Enlighten The Universe Candle received the Bronze A' Design Award in Homeware Design in 2025. The A' Decorative Items and Homeware Design Award is a highly prestigious international design prize which recognizes outstanding design of tableware, lighting fixtures, cookware, decorative accessories, bathroom accessories, furniture, textiles, kitchen gadgets and more.
