ONDA: the shape of water, a dialogue between light and matter

ONDA by Febal Casa, developed in collaboration with Zaha Hadid Architects, transforms the kitchen into a fluid, dynamic space. The island and sideboard engage in a dialogue of light, material, and sinuous forms, creating a sensory and contemporary experience

Onda by Febal Casa, design Zaha Hadid Architects
Onda by Febal Casa, design Zaha Hadid Architects

The ONDA island flows like a current through the kitchen space, uniting Febal Casa’s vision with the architectural sensibility of Zaha Hadid Architects. The metallic-effect back-painted glass door surfaces capture the light, while subtle undulations evoke the movement of the sea, making the island the protagonist of a setting suspended between dynamism and harmony. The island is part of a collection that is completed by the sideboard, complementary elements where design and functionality meet seamlessly.

The ONDA island stands as the focal point of the space: it integrates hob, sink, and customizable modules, all while maintaining rhythm and lightness and avoiding any formal rigidity. The sideboard echoes the island’s design language, with balanced proportions and textures, offering visual continuity with the surrounding environment and accentuating depth and luminosity. The signature of Zaha Hadid Architects is evident in the fluid lines and natural inspirations. The metallic surfaces and undulating fronts become a visual narrative, evoking the movement of water and the shifting perception of light within the space. Every detail, from the aluminum to the finishes of the bases and countertops, contributes to transforming daily gestures into sensory and visually gratifying moments. The materials – from aluminum to metallic glass surfaces, and even stoneware, Laminam, or Neolith for the countertops and bases – offer extensive customization possibilities, while calibrated proportions and the fluidity of forms create a perfect balance between aesthetics and functionality.

Febal Casa will be a key player at Milano Design Week 2026 (April 21–26) at Salone del Mobile.Milano EuroCucina (Fiera Milano, Rho), Hall 4, Stand C04–C08, with a stand that will not merely be an exhibition space, but a true architectural project. Concurrently, the brand will be present in the heart of the Brera Design District, at its flagship store on Via Fatebenefratelli 18. ONDA fits into this journey as a manifesto of matter and movement, a project where design is not limited to daily use, but rather tells a contemporary vision of space, composed of rhythm, reflections, and sensory harmony.

Eurocucina: Hall 4/C04-C08
MDW25: Via Fatebenefratelli 18