At LYS, we believe that furniture can do more than serve a function - it can hold meaning, evoke emotion, and tell stories.
LYS Studio is a Ukrainian art furniture studio working at the intersection of functional design, sculpture, and contemporary craft.
Founded by artists and interior designers Andrii Lysikhin and Olga Lysikhina, the studio develops furniture as expressive objects rather than reproducible products. Each piece originates from an idea and evolves through material, form, and intuition, resulting in works that balance function with sculptural presence.
Rooted in traditional wood carving and a deep respect for natural material, LYS approaches wood as a living medium with its own character and history. Repetition is possible only as reinterpretation - each object remains distinct, shaped by process and context.
Based in Ukraine, LYS presents its work internationally through exhibitions and collaborations, engaging in an ongoing dialogue between heritage craftsmanship and contemporary artistic language.
At LYS, furniture is alive.
We believe wood is not merely a material, but a living essence - one that carries memory, breathes, and continues to evolve through the hands of its maker and owner. For this reason, we work exclusively with natural hardwoods, honoring their raw textures, individuality, and timeless character.
By combining traditional craftsmanship with contemporary sculptural form, we create art furniture where function and expression coexist. Through carving, painting, relief, and surface texture, we preserve techniques and symbols that carry cultural narratives across generations, transforming furniture into objects of presence and meaning.
What inspires us is found in memory, heritage, and the natural world. Each piece we create is shaped by what we feel, remember, and reinterpret — informed by history, material, and place.
We draw inspiration from traditions and values that form meaningful living environments: connection, harmony, and a sense of belonging. Our furniture is conceived as a gathering point - creating space where presence is shared and human connection unfolds.
For more than twelve years, we have observed how our work moves beyond function, becoming part of personal and family narratives, embedded in everyday life and memory.
Whether created as a limited edition or a fully bespoke commission, every piece we make carries meaning.
Some objects reflect our own artistic narratives; others are shaped by the stories of their owners. In custom works, we explore what matters most — a memory, a passion, or a defining theme - translating these elements into sculptural, functional art.
Each piece is conceived to resonate on a personal level, where form, function, and emotion converge.
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We translate these into sculptural, functional art that resonates with personal emotion.
If you are seeking to enrich your space with meaningful, soulful furniture, we invite you to connect with us.
Together, we can create a piece that is uniquely yours.