NIKKI ALAGHA

Traditions, materials and colors all have a way of engaging us, and creating both a physical and mental response. My aspiration in design is to tap into that and shape new experiences. Once one connects with an object, engages with it, it is more likely to mean something to the person. Thus creating pieces that are cherished and used. My inspirations come from human experiences. Why do people do the things they do or feel the way they feel? I am intrigued by an emotional response.

In 1997 my family and I immigrated to Canada. Growing up in Vancouver BC, I was fortunate enough to discover that I had a passion for the Arts and I was encouraged to pursue it. I received a Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Design from Emily Carr University in 2015. Since then I have worked as a Production Manager for ANDlight and more recently, in 2018, I started my own full time design practice. I start with the problem I want to address or the material I want to explore, and try to find the most engaging way to approach it. Along the way the aesthetic finds itself. My Persian background and being raised by an artist, drive me to never shy away from colors, curves or textures.

STUDIO

Nikki Alagha Design is a product design company based in Montréal Canada, with a focus on furniture, lighting and jewelry design. Along with the permanent portfolio pieces and collections, Nikki Alagha Design also works with clients on custom projects, taking on collaborations and commissions.

Founded in 2018, Nikki Alagha Design collections has debuted both nationally and internationally in trade shows such as Wanted Design Manhattan and Interior Design Show Toronto. We have also had the privilege to be published by Dezeen for Virtual Design Fair and Fuorisalone Digital Show in 2020. As well, receiving the honor of Industrial Design “One To Watch” for Western Living Magazine in 2020. In a short time, Nikki Alagha Design has grown into a multifaceted company. Designing through exploration, emotion and purpose. Creating pieces that are cherished and used, inspired by human experiences.

EXHIBITIONS

2022 Purpose & Play/ DesignTO and Umbra
2021 Interior Design Show Digital/ Prototype
2020 Fuorisalone Digital/ Virtual Design Fair
2020 Interior Design Show/ Studio North
2019 NYC X DESIGN 2019 at Wanted Design

AWARDS

2020 One To Watch/ Western Living Magazine