Spec Sheet: Cascade Pendant by Kawabi

Brooklyn-based studio Kawabi has always been fascinated by the history and heritage of lanterns. Both designers Irisa and Aaron grew up in the Northeast with Chinese roots. After honing their paper-based craft in Japan, Kawabi set out to imbue their first collection with a sense of ancient belonging.

The Cascade Pendant takes its effervescent form from the Kengai bonsai. A style modeled after a tree which has grown in a harsh, natural environment, Kengai bonsais are recognizable for their movement and dynamism. Equally fluid from any angle, the Cascade Pendant offers a sense of composed playfulness to an interior.