After experiencing the 2014 Revolution of Dignity in Ukraine, furniture designer and architect Victoria Yakusha sought in her work to preserve, revive and celebrate Ukrainian culture. A deep connection with nature and a sustainable construction approach connects her designs to the Earth and centuries-old traditions. By drawing on techniques and materials native to her home country, Yakusha creates award-winning collections of furniture, lighting and décor with an organic modern design style.
Growing up, Yakusha fostered an affinity for Ukrainian primitivist and folk artists including self-taught painter Maria Prymachenko. She later studied architecture at Prydniprovska State Academy in Ukraine and the National Institutes of Science and Technology in France. In 2006, she opened YAKUSHA, a multidisciplinary studio, and in 2014, she launched her furniture brand, Faina.
Faina uses materials from Ukraine and employs local specialists to craft furnishings, often entirely by hand. The brand developed its own living material, ztista, a moldable dough composed of recycled metal, cellulose, wood chips and clay. Faina also uses a historic craft technique known as valkuvannia, which involves coating a solid surface with a mixture of straw, hay and natural clay. It enables sculptors to form highly textured pieces including chairs, benches and lamps.
Yakusha’s work has been presented around the world, including at the 2018 and 2020 Paris Design Week, 2017 Stockholm Furniture Fair, 2018 and 2020 Milan Design Week and 2015 and 2018 Bologna Design Week. She won recognition from the ELLE DECO International Design Awards in 2019, Art Space Interior Awards in 2020 and the 2020 Arte Laguna Prize for Art Design. In 2021, Yakusha’s Istetyka interior in Kyiv became the first Ukrainian project to win in the Dezeen Awards for the Bars & Restaurants category.
On 1stDibs, find a collection of designs by Victoria Yakusha including seating, tables, decorative objects and more.
PLYN Sofa by Victoria Yakusha, Textile and Ash, Fluid Design, Ukraine
By Victoria Yakusha
Located in Miami, FL
The PLYN collection (meaning "fluidity" in Ukrainian) eloquently embodies the essence of water and the adaptability of life itself. Inspired by the ever-changing forms of nature, PLY...
Textile, Ash
PLYN Small Sofa by Victoria Yakusha: Textile & Ash, Fluid Design
By Victoria Yakusha
Located in Miami, FL
The PLYN collection (meaning "fluidity" in Ukrainian) eloquently embodies the essence of water and the adaptability of life itself. Inspired by the ever-changing forms of nature, PLY...
Textile, Ash
FJ 56 - 4 pers. sofa in textile by Finn Juhl
By Finn Juhl, Niels Vodder
Located in Copenhagen, DK
Model FJ 56 - Rare four-seater sofa in textile with burnished steel frame and rosewood legs. Designed in 1956.
Steel
$10,200Sale Price|22% Off
H 23.63 in W 82.68 in D 29.53 in
Sofa "Horizon" in Ash-Olive wood by Aymeric Lefort
By Aymeric Lefort
Located in SENLIS, OISE
Sofa « Horizon » in Ash-Olive wood. The sofa Integrate at itch end a large armrest. The legs are Metal silver lacquered . This piece is entirely made in France and manufactured in an artisanal way, in which every step of the process is carefully executed. This buffet can be made to any size. We can send you a sample of the woods. We propose a large selection of fabrics from Pierre Frey Paris, You can also supply us your reference of fabrics. Aymeric Lefort (b. France 1971) Lefort's decision to become a designer was inspired by the furniture of Jean Royere in his family home in France. After finishing his studies in cabinet making at the renowned Institut de St Luc in Tournai, where he specialised in design, he went on to complete his training in the workshops of cabinet makers, interior decorators, and upholsterers in Brussels where he was motivated by his desire to learn new techniques in the decorative arts. These apprenticeships gave him a thorough grounding and an enviable technical knowledge in the art of cabinetmaking; this, combined with his commitment to the highest levels of craftsmanship which Lefort brings to his contemporary designs, continues a long tradition of French cabinetry...
Wood
Spanish Sofa in Ash and Yellow and Green Leatherette
Located in Waalwijk, NL
Settee, ash, cane, leatherette, metal, Spain, 1950s. Joyful Spanish two-seater sofa with soft organic lines. This settee features a stained ash frame of which a dynamic grain patte...
Faux Leather, Cane, Ash
Sofa Designed by Edward Wormley and Produced by Dunbar
By Edward Wormley
Located in Stamford, CT
A newly upholstered sofa made by Dunbar and designed by Edward Wormley, circa 1965.
Walnut
$25,699 / set
H 27.96 in W 170.87 in D 42.72 in
Nerthus Modular Sofa by ATRA, Teak Wood & Outdoor Textile, Design
By Alexander Andersson Diaz
Located in New York, NY
The Nerthus Indoor Outdoor Modular Sofa , by ATRA [Alexander Andersson Diaz] Priced as modular pictured, 3 Back Rest Modules & 1 Ottoman. NERTHUS BACK REST MODULE ...
Stainless Steel
$30,599 / item
H 29.14 in W 175.6 in D 126.38 in
Customizable Tacchini Victoria Modular Sofa by David Nicolas
By Tacchini
Located in New York, NY
Price listed for starting fabric L 446 P 321 cm W 175,59” D 126,38” Lebanese design duo David/Nicolas are behind this modular system comprising armch...
Textile
Sofa Victoria 3-Seat in Upholstery and Brass
By Mambo Unlimited Ideas
Located in Lisbon, PT
With perfect poise and structure, Victoria couch will welcome you and your guests into an incredibly confortable and elegant seating experience. Victori...
Brass
Vintage ash sofa and chairs, 1930s
Located in Manzano, IT
Vintage Ash Living Room Set with Floral Upholstery - 1930s Years Elegant parlor set dating from the 1930s, consisting of: 1 two-seater sofa 2 matching armchairs The frame is made...
Fabric, Ash
AP 18 - 3 seater sofa in textile by Hans J. Wegner
By Hans J. Wegner
Located in Copenhagen, DK
AP 18 - Reupholstered 3 seater sofa in Nalia textile (colour: 250 & 220) with legs in beech. Designed by Hans J. Wegner and made by AP Stolen.
Fabric
Luc Sofa Small with Beech Ash-056-1 and Teal
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Luc settee with his inviting curves and a comfortable seating. Handmade in a solid wood base, natural rattan back and soft comfortable velvet upholstery...
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
Big Duzhyi Stool by Victoria Yakusha
By Victoria Yakusha
Located in Geneve, CH
Big Duzhyi stool by Victoria Yakusha Dimensions: D 84 x W 30 x H 56.5 cm. Material: Hand-sculpted in the author's signature sustainable material Ztista - a blend of paper, clay, hay,...
Clay, Wood
$6,914 / item
H 30.32 in W 78.75 in D 43.31 in
Modern Hilary Sofa Made with Wood and Textile, Handmade by Stylish Club
Located in Seroa, PT
The Hilary collection embraces charming curves, natural touches, and a minimalist visual to create furniture that snuggles and hugs you, making your home a cosy sanctuary. With clean...
Textile, Wood
$9,791Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 32 in W 72 in D 27 in
Luc Sofa Small with Beech Ash-056-5 and Barcelona Lotus
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Luc settee with his inviting curves and a comfortable seating. Handmade in a solid wood base, natural rattan back and soft comfortable velvet upholstery. The Luc Settee is availa...
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
$9,791Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 32 in W 72 in D 27 in
Luc Sofa Small with Beech Ash-056-5 and Paris Green
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Luc settee with his inviting curves and a comfortable seating. Handmade in a solid wood base, natural rattan back and soft comfortable velvet upholstery. The Luc Settee is availa...
Fabric, Rattan, Wood
$7,198Sale Price / item|20% Off
H 31 in W 96 in D 52 in
Naked Sofa Single with Beech Ash-056-1 and Corn
Located in Brooklyn, NY
The Naked Sectional sofa is a modular sofa with inviting curves and a comfortable seating. Handmade with a solid wood base. The Naked Sectional Sofa is available in a number of diffe...
Fabric, Wood
Padun Sofa Module 7 by Faina
By Victoria Yakusha
Located in Geneve, CH
Padun sofa module 7 by Faina Design: Victoriya Yakusha Materials: Textile, foam rubber, sintepon, wood Dimensions: 115 x 120 x H 90 cm In search of new-old design messages, Vi...
Textile, Foam, Wood
Contemporary Armchair by FAINA
By Victoria Yakusha
Located in Geneve, CH
Contemporary armchair by FAINA Design: Victoriya Yakusha Material: Textiles, foamrubber, sintepon, wood and plywood Dimensions: 45 ? 76 ? 67 cm ...
Textile, Wood, Plywood