Hand brushed aluminium, organic cotton canvas, mahogany
50 (H) x 27 (W) x 11 (D) cm
“Developed as part of a series of objects that explore alternative material combinations, more specifically the combination of typically industrial and organic materials. My work is typically focused on working with organic, natural materials such as wood, linen, cotton and ceramic.
However, with recent access to metal working machinery I felt drawn to exploring this new material. Initial experimentations with solely industrial materials such as steel and aluminium felt too far from my personal aesthetic, so I embarked on exploring a way to soften the harsh edges and textures. This led me to explore this technique of ‘sandwhiching’ a thin strip of dark solid wood between sheets of aluminium. Acting as both a structural joining mechanism and design choice. This addition grounded the work, removing just the right amount of harsh industrial energy whilst also engaging with it. The gentle warm light diffused by the natural cotton canvas softened the piece even more. The concept behind the ‘ritual’ of the lamp was based on a personal routine of arriving home and only gently illuminating the space with a small selection of lamps. Intentionally slowing my transition from the working day into the evening. This ritual is often accompanied by the lighting of a candle or incense. The small shelf within this lamp is intentionally designed to be impractically small. Its sole purpose is to hold this small candle or incense burner, a ritual that accompanies the slow transition from the outside world to a personal space. Each element of this object has been intentionally designed to encourage mindful engagement and grounding.”
Made to order · Estimated lead time: 12 weeks
Hand brushed aluminium, organic cotton canvas, mahogany
50 (H) x 27 (W) x 11 (D) cm
“Developed as part of a series of objects that explore alternative material combinations, more specifically the combination of typically industrial and organic materials. My work is typically focused on working with organic, natural materials such as wood, linen, cotton and ceramic.
However, with recent access to metal working machinery I felt drawn to exploring this new material. Initial experimentations with solely industrial materials such as steel and aluminium felt too far from my personal aesthetic, so I embarked on exploring a way to soften the harsh edges and textures. This led me to explore this technique of ‘sandwhiching’ a thin strip of dark solid wood between sheets of aluminium. Acting as both a structural joining mechanism and design choice. This addition grounded the work, removing just the right amount of harsh industrial energy whilst also engaging with it. The gentle warm light diffused by the natural cotton canvas softened the piece even more. The concept behind the ‘ritual’ of the lamp was based on a personal routine of arriving home and only gently illuminating the space with a small selection of lamps. Intentionally slowing my transition from the working day into the evening. This ritual is often accompanied by the lighting of a candle or incense. The small shelf within this lamp is intentionally designed to be impractically small. Its sole purpose is to hold this small candle or incense burner, a ritual that accompanies the slow transition from the outside world to a personal space. Each element of this object has been intentionally designed to encourage mindful engagement and grounding.”
Made to order · Estimated lead time: 12 weeks
