Woah, pretty crazy we’ve been in Detroit for a year now. So thankful to be part of the creative community here.
For anyone new to my work—hey, this is me. I am a furniture designer whose practice is grounded in architectural methods, the built environment and exploration. I’m excited to keep exploring my own practice here and collaborating with new folks along the way.
Been thinking about a new piece of furniture? Let’s chat.
Headshot by @girlray
Excited to share the latest pieces I’ve been working on and to be part of @wanteddesign at @icff_official this year.
Also I’m stoked to be nominated for the 2024 NYCxDesign awards for the Made in the Boroughs category. Thanks @nycxdesign and @interiordesignmag
An ode to Pluto, the Nonus Collection is an exploration of the unique characteristics of the former ninth planet’s journey around our sun. Drawing inspiration from the eccentric orbit path of Pluto and the asymmetric center of mass shared with its largest moon, each piece of this collection strikes a dynamic balance within their minimal geometries.
The Nonus Side Table plays with the geometric nature of planetary orbit paths. At the heart of its design lies a 17-degree sliced plane intersecting an elliptical top surface, a visual representation of the unique tilt of Pluto’s elliptical orbit path relative to the plane of our solar system. Crafted from steel and finished with a blackened patina, the Nonus Side Table evokes the depths of the cosmos.
The Nonus Wall Light draws on the gravitational dance shared between Pluto and its largest moon, Charon. Two circular geometries—one solid, one outlined—intersect to create an asymmetric balance of weight. A hand bent neon light casts a soft glow, mimicking Pluto’s atmospheric aura.
Images by @petefavinger
Opening Today! One Night Stand: What We Bring to Bed, presented by the American Design Club @americandesignclub during NYCxDESIGN @nycxdesign
As boundaries between work and life have blurred, our furniture now takes on an added role to perform beyond their original intentions. The Tilt Table is a response to a side table’s performative need, offering a way to flip the switch and enter a new mindset.
A minimally designed side table with geometric cuts carved into its boxy form where through the physical act of tilting your furniture, you’re able to unlock a new function, elevating your ritual.
One Night Stand
May 14–20, 2026
citizenM Bowery
New York, NY
Photography by:
@aringstad
Spotlight: @kn_dsgn
Ode to Pluto.
Kahen Design is a Brooklyn-born, Detroit-based practice founded by Ryan Kahen, grounded in architectural methods and the exploration of materiality. Simple, beautiful, and intentional — furniture and objects designed for daily use and quiet display.
At Afternoon Light, Ryan debuts the Nonus Collection of lighting and furniture: an exploration of Pluto’s eccentric orbit, its asymmetric relationship with its moon Charon, and the dynamic balance found within minimal geometries. Steel, aluminum, blackened patina, single lines of light that blend minimalism with utility.
✉️ VIP Preview: May 16
🗓 May 17–19, 2026
📍 161 Water Street, Lower Manhattan
🎟 afternoonlight.com
#AfternoonLightDesignFair #ALDF2026 #NYCxDesign #NYDesignWeek #AfternoonLight
Launch Prep.
Textures from the Kuiper Belt.
An ode to Pluto, the Nonus Collection is an exploration of the unique characteristics of the former ninth planet’s journey around our sun.
Come check out the collection
@afternoonlight@nycxdesign
Booth 540
May 16-19
161 Water Street,
New York, NY 10038
Images by @peterbrittfavinger
So grateful for this feature in @detroitdesignmagazine winter ‘25 issue.
Thank you @christine_hope_hildebrand for taking the time to get to know me and my work, and for this lovely write-up.
It was fun to reflect on my journey as a maker and I’m thrilled to be part of Detroit’s creative community. Can’t wait to share more with you, Detroit.
Big shoutout to @dextebro for always being so supportive and for making this a reality.
Introducing the latest piece of the collection, the Nonus Coffee Table.
An ode to Pluto, the Nonus Collection is an exploration of the unique characteristics of the former ninth planet’s journey around our sun. Drawing inspiration from the eccentric orbit path of Pluto and the asymmetric center of mass shared with its largest moon, each piece of this collection strikes a dynamic balance within their minimal geometries.
The Nonus Coffee Table explores the orbital relationship between Pluto and Charon, where its two core elements—the top surface and base—balance around an off-center barycenter. With a play of dualities, a blackened steel base supports a cantilevered aluminum surface, creating an asymmetrically arranged yet balanced composition.
Images by @peterbrittfavinger
Super thankful to show this collection at the Detroit Warehouse: Art and Design Fair @detroit_warehouse show with @art_clvb during Detroit’s Month of Design @designcoredet
Nonus Side Table in good company.
Stoked to be featured in the second edition of this design series.
Spatial design and rendering by @gablaporte
Lampion Hamel by @sauvemorissette
FINEPIANTA 05 by @finepianta
Table D’appoint by @nouveloffice
An ode to Pluto, the Nonus Collection is an exploration of the unique characteristics of the former ninth planet’s journey around our sun. Drawing inspiration from the eccentric orbit path of Pluto and the asymmetric center of mass shared with its largest moon, each piece of this collection strikes a dynamic balance within their minimal geometries.
The Nonus Wall Light draws on the gravitational dance shared between Pluto and its largest moon, Charon. Two circular geometries—one solid, one outlined—intersect to create an asymmetric balance of weight. A hand bent neon light casts a soft glow, mimicking Pluto’s atmospheric aura.
Images by @peterbrittfavinger
Rooted in one simple gesture, the Twist Bottle Opener is a minimal statement piece for your home bar. Its twisted form provides both a satisfying grip and a sculptural presence that elevates the act of opening, turning an everyday motion into a tactile experience.
Just as cutlery and glassware shape our experience of a meal, the Twist Bottle Opener enhances the ritual of drinking. Its form refines a familiar motion, turning the simple act of opening a bottle into an inviting moment—one that signals the first step in enjoying a drink together.
Come check these out at the @americandesignclub show Table Manners: A Potluck for Design at SHELTER by @afternoonlight
Exhibiting during @nycxdesign at the Starrett-Lehigh Building May 17-19
Curated by @villanumber7 and @placesyoucantsee
Photo 1 by @aringstad
The Lee Coffee Table showcases a floating walnut table top nestled atop its robust yet softly sculpted wooden frame. Guided by the principle of form following function, the structural framework continuously traces around while seamlessly integrating a lower shelf.
