– Custom Mortars & Pestles
The Grain
of
the Wood
Function inspires the wood, and the wood inspires the design. With designs that prioritize functionality and are shaped by the natural grain of the wood, HAWAN offers mortars and pestles that enrich their surroundings through their presence and add value to life through their use.
The Art of
the Ritual
We believe that the things we touch every day shape our state of mind. A task shouldn't merely be a chore; it is an opportunity for a moment of presence.
Our mortars & pestles exist to gently pull you back to the present. With their satisfying weight, smooth textures, and organic lines, they elevate mundane daily routines into therapeutic rituals.
Simple Yet
Striking
Standing out with their unique organic forms, each HAWAN is a work of art that transforms the atmosphere of its surroundings. The natural beauty of the wood and the curves that shape the design evoke a sense of calm and serenity. An authentic touch for thoughtfully designed kitchens and enjoyable living spaces.
A Serene
Touch
Appealing to the tactile senses as much as to the eye, HAWAN encourages you to slow down and feel through its exceptionally smooth texture. Touching its silky surface is soothing. Every grinding process becomes a calming ritual.
Refined Details
That Enhance Use
With thoughtful touches that elevate the use of the mortar and pestle, HAWAN offers a complete grinding experience. Its interior form keeps the ingredients inside the bowl while grinding, allowing you to control their fineness with ease. Its three-legged design prevents it from tipping or wobbling.
Crafted for You,
Finished by Hand.
Every piece is an intimate collaboration. We do not mass produce; we craft specifically to order, marrying quiet minimalism with natural warmth for your personal space.
Material Selection
Choose your medium. From the deep, grounding tones of Black Walnut to the clean, minimalist grain of White Ash. Sustainably sourced, carefully selected.
Organic Design
Select your dimensions. Our designs are guided by natural simplicity—stripping away the unnecessary to reveal pure, flowing shapes that perfectly balance function and beauty.
Tactile Finish
Each object is carefully shaped, then sanded and finished by hand, and sealed with food-safe natural oils to enhance the wood's inherent character and feel.
Enjoy the
Effort
Those who cook know that food prepared with care and enjoyment tastes different. With its pleasurable use, HAWAN makes the experience of cooking more satisfying. Take pleasure in the effort you put in, and let your food become even more flavourful. Let HAWAN add flavour to your effort.
"I carved the first HAWAN entirely by hand about ten years ago, following an unsuccessful attempt at woodturning. Since then, each object has taught me that the wood itself is part of the design. Knots, grain patterns and unexpected marks often change the direction of the process; in truth, we design each piece together."
Adnan Avni
Adnan Avni was born in Istanbul in 1962. In 1985, he graduated from the Department of Industrial Design and Interior Architecture at Mimar Sinan University’s Faculty of Fine Arts. Alongside graphic design and illustration, he worked in the design and production of stands and displays for points of sale.
Following the exhibition he held at the Çankaya Municipality Zülfü Livaneli Cultural Centre in June 2024, he settled in Gökçeyurt, a village in Ankara’s Mamak district. He continues his work in painting and woodcarving in the village.
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