Hediyeh Nikbakht

Founder | Cultural Weaver | Story Carrier

Hedi Nikbakht is the visionary founder and creative force behind Kinship Station. Born in Tehran and shaped by a life rich in travel, cultural immersion, and meaningful connection, she is a storyteller, curator, and cultural bridge.

With years of experience collaborating with artisan and Indigenous communities around the world, Hedi has cultivated a deep reverence for craftsmanship and the power of handmade objects to hold memory. Her work is grounded in the belief that every piece carries more than form—it carries story, soul, and intention.

Through Kinship Station, Hedi offers a space where heritage meets modernity, and where beauty is experienced as something slow, sacred, and rooted in care. Each curated object is an invitation to connect—with self, with culture, and with the unseen.

For Hedi, creating is a devotional act—one that honors the past, is fully present in the now, and gently opens the door to what’s possible.

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Our Vision and Mission

Kinship Station is more than a store—it is a living archive, a gathering space, and a tribute to the soul of craftsmanship.

Rooted in reverence for timeless design, ethical sourcing, and the sacred spirit of artisan communities worldwide, we offer a thoughtfully curated collection of one-of-a-kind handmade objects. Every piece carries the imprint of human hands, ancestral wisdom, and cultural legacy.

Our collections are sourced with care—from local creators in Los Angeles to artisan partners across the globe. Whether vintage or contemporary, ceremonial or functional, each item is chosen for its integrity, story, and ability to bring beauty and depth to modern life.

At Kinship Station, we believe craftsmanship is culture—a form of continuity, care, and resistance to disposability. In a world increasingly shaped by mass production, we remain committed to preserving the voices and skills of makers who carry generational knowledge. We honor the labor, artistry, and intention behind each creation, treating every object not merely as a product, but as a vessel of connection and a keeper of history.

Our mission is to:

• Support sustainable livelihoods.

• Preserve endangered traditions.

• Celebrate the quiet power of beauty made slowly, with love.

Each offering is an invitation to cultivate deeper connection—not just with how things look, but with what they mean.

Kinship Station is a journey through time and place. A bridge between cultures. An offering of kinship. A space to remember that meaning and beauty are inseparable.