Moooi Raimond II Zafu Pendant

The Moooi Raimond II Zafu by Raimond Puts brings something completely different to the starry night concept with this oval-shaped wonder that looks like a UFO decided to meditate in your living room. The name "Zafu" comes from the meditation cushion that actually inspired Puts to create this elliptical version - he was sitting on his meditation pillow one day and thought "what if my geodesic dome could have this same peaceful, grounded shape?" The result is this extra-terrestrial looking fixture that's somehow both cosmic and zen at the same time. With 162 tiny LEDs scattered across those impossibly delicate stainless steel strips, it creates this warm, starry glow that spreads evenly in every direction while maintaining that signature mathematical precision that took Puts decades to perfect.

What makes the Zafu different from its spherical siblings is how that elliptical shape changes the whole lighting experience - instead of a perfect sphere floating overhead, you get this more organic, cushion-like form that feels less formal and more approachable. At just under 30 inches wide and 15 inches tall, it works beautifully over dining tables or coffee tables where you want that magical ambiance without the fixture hanging down into conversations. The wireless dimming capability means you can adjust from bright ambient lighting to soft meditation-level glow with just a touch, and the warm 2523K LEDs create this incredibly peaceful atmosphere that actually does make spaces feel more contemplative and calm.

Moooi recognizes Raimond Puts as "the man who brought the starry night sky into our homes," and the Zafu represents his understanding that lighting should connect us to something larger while serving our daily needs. Puts spent years experimenting with materials like mosquito nets and strip iron, searching for that perfect balance between mathematical precision and spiritual beauty. The brand's commitment to completing his vision after he passed away shows their dedication to supporting designers who push boundaries not just technically, but emotionally - creating pieces that enhance how we feel in our spaces rather than just how we see them.