Founded by Amera Al Awadhi, AKUN began as a personal exploration of design, culture, and emotion. With a background in architecture and design, Amera was always drawn to creating spaces that feel intentional and lived in. What began as a creative idea soon became something she shared closely with her mother. Together, they found comfort in the simple act of candle making — pouring wax, choosing scent, waiting for the first light. It became a quiet ritual between them, filled with warmth, care, and presence.

In those shared moments, Amera saw how something small could carry meaning. How scent could hold memory. How light could soften a space. How being present with someone you love could turn an ordinary object into something lasting.

The word AKUN means “to be.” To be present. To be grounded. To be yourself. Every candle is designed as more than an object. It is a ritual. A quiet moment at the end of the day. A gesture of hospitality. A piece that carries intention.

Rooted in Arab culture and the tradition of gathering, AKUN draws inspiration from shared coffee, evening conversations, and homes filled with scent. Each piece is poured with care, shaping fragrance into something that feels both personal and timeless.

AKUN is not only about how a space smells.
It is about how it feels.

To be you. At home. Anywhere.