studioknob’s rope lamps bring nautical knots and serpentine motions into the home

ahoy and kaa lamps reimagine the nautical monkey’s fist knot

StudioKnob’s Ahoy Table Lamp and Kaa Floor Lamp reimagine the nautical Monkey’s Fist knot and the fluid motion of a serpent in illuminated, tactile forms. Braided from nylon rope and anchored by modernist-inspired concrete bases, these lamps invite interaction and exploration, juxtaposing a soft glow with solid foundations. They have been developed through experimentation and collaboration with local artisans, offering a fresh take on lighting that is both playful and refined.

studioknob juxtaposes soft light with raw concrete

The sculptural lighting fixture Ahoy features a dramatically oversized knot, created with multiple layers of white rope resting on golden knitting needles. When illuminated, the knot radiates a soft glow, while the concrete base, inspired by the geometric purity of Bauhaus and the raw aesthetic of Brutalism, anchors the piece. Israel-based StudioKnob integrates subtle details like a sensor-embedded concrete surface for easy dimming and a leather handle for mobility.

Complementing this, Kaa appears with an elegant design that ascends gracefully along a golden rod. The lamp’s spiral form recalls the smooth, coiled movement of a snake, with a braided nylon rope housing an LED light source that is both touchable and flexible. The lamp’s brass rod emerges from a Brutalist-inspired concrete base, echoing the same stylistic principles as the Ahoy lamp — modernist geometry and exposed materials. It is further equipped with subtle functional elements, such as an embedded sensor for dimming and a leather handle for ease of movement. ‘Together, these two pieces exemplify a collection that honors material traditions while pushing the boundaries of contemporary design,’ note the designers.

project info:

name: Ahoy Table Lamp and Kaa Floor Lamp
designer: StudioKnob | @studio_knob

team: Adi Azar, Yotam Shifroni

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