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ONE WORLD COMMONS
LONDON DESIGN FESTIVAL • ATELIER MEL • MAHA KUTAY • MARRIOTT HOTEL • WONDER ROOM SELFRIDGES • LEE BROOM
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Welcome
HELEN ANKERS • EDITOR
Our September / October issue is always one of our most popular thanks to so many interesting events taking
place during London Design Festival. As such, we have a wealth of editorial and our full guide to everything
lighting during the festival week starts on page 146. With this in mind, there's a new kid on the block at LDF
this year - darc room - a lighting exhibition dedicated to the architectural specification market. Taking place
at B1, Location House from 21-23 September, the event has been curated by lighting designers Light Collective
in conjunction with ourselves and sister title mondo*arc. This is no ordinary exhibition and it will have a true
design orientated look and feel to it, as well as a comprehensive seminar and talks programme. Particular
highlights include talks from Rebecca Weir, Light IQ; Paul Nulty, Nulty+; Daniel Stromborg, Gensler; and Dean
Skira, Skira Lighting. All of the talks during darc room are free to attend, you just need to register at: www.
darcroom.com.
I have another exciting announcement to make this issue, in relation to the 2018 darc awards / decorative.
Following the success of our first awards at Bloomsbury Ballroom in May this year, we're taking things up a
notch for 2018 and have secured the iconic London nightclub Fabric to play host to the darc night awards
ceremony on 31 May 2018. The awards entry period opens on 1 December, but you can find full details on
how to enter, criteria and voting on pages 20-21. The awards is the perfect opportunity to shout about those
projects you've been involved in and all those wonderful product launches we saw at Euroluce!
Elswhere in the magazine, our projects section is bursting and includes a stunning spread on the Tree Hotel in
Sweden starting on page 35; a six-page spread on New York's One World Commons on page 47 that saw Gensler
and SBLD adopt a linear, yet decorative, lighting approach; and The Warehouse Hotel in Singapore on page 56
where interior designers Asylum worked with lighting designers SWITCH to produce an ambience that is relaxed
yet sophisticated, through the use of bespoke decorative lighting.
We also have an exclusive interview with Maha Kutay, Director of Zaha Hadid Design, starting on page 26,
where she explains how Hadid's influence and creativity lives on through their design collaborations and our
main feature this issue focuses on decorative light sources. Introduced by British designer Lee Broom, who
brought us the award-winning Crystal Bulb in 2012, he explores the use of decorative lamps within interior
design and how improvements in LED technology are furthing opportunities available to designers, turn to page
118 to read more.
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Contents
026 Maha Kutay 035 Treehotel 047 One World Commons 118 Lee Broom
darc talks to Maha Kutay, Director This Swedish concept hotel Gensler and SBLD Studio worked Designer Lee Broom shares his
of Zaha Hadid Design about the offers contemporary design in the to create a communal hub for the thoughts on the use of decorative
studio's new collections. middle of unspoiled nature. One World Trade Centre. lamps in interior design.
018 DESIGN NEWS 026 MAHA KUTAY 035 TREE HOTEL 146 LONDON DESIGN FESTIVAL
A round up of the latest decorative The director of Zaha Hadid Design on SWEDEN darc's introduction of showroom
lighting news from around the world. how the studio continues to push the events and parties from LDF.
047 ONE WORLD COMMONS
boundries of design.
022 FOCAL POINT: NEW YORK 151 DECOREX PREVIEW
A preview of highlight's from this
FAIRMONT HOTEL 105 ATELIER MEL 060 WAREHOUSE HOTEL
year's Decorex.
Co-founder Maria Ruiz Pardo SINGAPORE
024 FOCAL POINT:
discusses the complexities of working 155 100% DESIGN
MARRAKESH AIRPORT 066 THE NED HOTEL darc highlights this year's must see
with glass.
LONDON lighting products on show at 100%
044 FOCAL POINT: 111 GARTH ROBERTS Design.
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The darc awards launched in 2015, breaking the mould of stuffy, black-tie awards dominated by non-sponsor manufacturers. It is a
unique concept that utilises darc’s reputation as the only decorative lighting design magazine in the world, making use of our database
of interior designers, architects, lighting designers and product designers. This year’s darc awards / decorative event attracted 200
entries and over 4,000 votes from designers.
GET INVOLVED!
2018 DARC AWARDS / DECORATIVE
GET NOTICED DARC NIGHT
All designers, architects and manufacturers are entitled to enter Taking place at the iconic London nightclub Fabric, the darc night
projects and products in the darc awards / decorative. Have you awards ceremony is for all the designers that vote in the awards.
been involved in a project where stunning lighting has been the Tickets are free and so is the bar! This means anyone from your
focus of your attention? Or have you collaborated with a lighting design studio that has voted can join us for a fun night of socialising
manufacturer on their latest range of decorative fixtures? This is with like-minded people.
your opportunity to shout about your achievements. When: 31 May 2018 @ Fabric, London
Entry Period: 1 December 2017 – 28 February 2018
More detailed information, including entry criteria can be found at:
www.darcawards.com/decorative or contact Awards Director
VOTE FOR YOUR FAVOURITES
Paul James on p.james@mondiale.co.uk
Select industry professionals from the design community will then
shortlist entries before handing over to you, the designers, to vote
Sponsorship opportunities are available. Unlike any other awards
on your favourites. Only independent designers and architects are
currently available within the lighting industry, this isn’t just a logo
entitled to vote in the darc awards / decorative, making this the
on a screen, it’s a unique opportunity to showcase your product
only peer-to-peer lighting awards in the world.
range through an innovative lighting installation at darc night.
Voting Period: 12 March – 12 April 2018
To get involved, contact Stephen Quiligotti on:
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PROJECT CATEGORY: PLAY PROJECT CATEGORY: REST PRODUCT CATEGORY: WALL
focal point
FAIRMONT HOTEL
ST ANDREWS BAY, SCOTLAND
focal point
MENARA AIRPORT
MARRAKESH, MOROCCO
The new Marrakesh Menara Airport terminal
features a stunning 30-metre diameter glass
dome located in the main access area. It is
illuminated with a series of impressive lighting
installations created using the Circular Pol and
Pol XXL fixtures designed by Emiliana Martinelli
for Martinelli Luce.
The end result is an extraordinary example of
harmony between tradition and the modern
concepts, which inspired the well-known
architectural firm of Abdou Lahlou & Associates
to reproduce ‘clouds’ in various areas of the
terminal and create plays of light with white
and RGB LED sources.
Menara is Morocco’s second-largest airport and
thanks to this extraordinary project, it will
provide meaningful support to the city’s socio-
economic development and expansion of its
tourist trade. Menara will be able to serve nine
million passengers annually and thus provide
a valid response to the growing demand for
international connections.
www.martinelliluce.it
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026 INTERVIEW
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Architectural Articulation
Zaha Hadid Design creates a variety of pieces from architecturally inspired homeware to limited edition furniture and
lighting, as well as innovative installations and interiors. darc spoke with Maha Kutay, Director of Zaha Hadid Design, to
find out how the studio continues to push the boundaries of traditional design methodologies.
028 INTERVIEW
Image: © Archmospheres
Zaha Hadid’s product design and the team at Zaha Hadid Design. & Dune for Lasvit; Swarm chandelier for
architecture have always been connected - Commenting on the studio’s ‘design style’, Established & Sons; Luma for Wonderglass;
with some of the earliest projects, product Kutay tells darc: “The work explores and Slamp’s Aria and Avia pendants.
designs and interiors part of the studio’s the potential for a new language of “Collaborations provide us with an
repertoire from the very beginning, and architecture and design that is driven by opportunity to express our ideas through
the strong connection between the two the many new possibilities created by different scales and different media,”
completes the experience architects try significant technological advancements says Kutay. “We see it as part of a
to realise for the user to some extent. in 3D design software, as well as our continuous process of our on-going design
Whether in large scale such as buildings, inherent desire to test and engage with investigation. It’s a two way process – we
or small scale such as lighting, architects both traditional and innovative new apply our architectural research and
are designing for the end user. Many of manufacturing capabilities. experimentation to these designs, but we
the same ideas and principles used in the “The design language explored within each also learn a great deal from the process of
studio’s architecture can be applied to its collection emphasises seamlessness and product design.
product design. the smooth transition between elements. “One of the most satisfying things about
Design Director Maha Kutay studied Each piece, while initially morphologically the product design collections is that the
environmental design from Parsons School conceived is shaped further by typology, techniques used for design and manufacture
of Design, New York followed by a master’s functional and ergonomic considerations.” – and the production process between idea
degree in architecture from Columbia Zaha Hadid Design has collaborated with and result – is so much quicker than for
University, New York in 1994. Having a number of lighting brands throughout architecture. This faster timeframe leads to
joined Zaha Hadid Architects in 1995 Kutay the years, with some of its most notable greater opportunities for experimentation;
has been involved in a number of major pieces including: the Genesey lamp for particularly in the design of furniture and
architectural projects. After a short time Artemide; Vortexx chandelier for Zumtobel products for the home where we have
away from the studio, she returned to lead in association with Sawaysa & Moroni; Eva the possibility to create real prototypes
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very quickly and we can immediately design a microcosm of the same ideas 1. The Aria series of pendants, designed for Italian
evaluate the design for performance and inherent within our architecture. Form lighting company Slamp. Here, Hadid’s masterpieces
consist of 50 ‘arms’, each different, each individual,
functionality. does not follow only function but instead, radiating around a voluminous LED source. The Gold
“There’s a lot of fluidity now between is also derived from fabrication methods version, was the last in the series before Hadid
architecture, design and fashion, there’s a passed away.
and the quality of light and space to define
2&3. Two of the studio’s most recent designs, Duna
lot more cross pollination in the disciplines. context and provide dramatic punctuation. & Eve pendants were created for Czech company
But this isn’t about competition it’s about Advanced 3D modelling software and rapid Lasvit. Shown for the first time at Euroluce in April
2017, Duna is inspired by the dynamis of dune
collaboration and what these practices and prototyping enables our teams to evaluate
formations. An asymmetrical pendany composed by
processes can contribute to one another.” lighting equipment, detail with confidence, pairing intersecting glass forms, their striated surface
For the studio, lighting is an important and and experiment with various approaches.” generating a varied reflection and refraction. Eve
is composed of fifteen glass pieces arranged in a
very effective medium of architectural The design studio strongly believes in a single ensemble. Combining traditional glassmaking
articulation and definition of space. It collective, multidisciplinary approach to techniques with parametric design, the glass bodies
are suspended at varying heights and create an
is also a major component with respect problem-solving, making use of robotics, 3D
impressive play of light and shadow.
to creating a pleasant and effective printing, artificial intelligence, augmented 4. Designed in collaboration with Sawaya & Moroni
environment for work and face-to-face reality and big data, which are all impacting in 2005 for Zumtobel, the Vortexx chandelier appears
as an endless ribbon of light, with the light itself
communication. architecture and design and revolutionising resembling a star, its protrusions cast outwards as if
“We consider each lamp or chandelier both industries. “Evolving technologies are propelled by a centrifugal force.
photo Gionata Xerra
Opus design
Ivan Lolli, Mario Memmoli
changing how we design and create new Zaha Hadid Architects / Zaha Hadid Design
collections that convey the coherence of continue as one of the most innovative and 1. Wonderglass’s Luma is a sculptural composition
of tubular segments that subtly diffuse light through
natural forms but are completely modern in successful design studios in the world. organic shapes, which effortlessly celebrate the
expression. Its directors are among the most unrivalled logic and beauty found in nature. Each
individual segment to the piece has been handblown in
“We regularly welcome new talent to the experienced architects in the industry,
Murano. First seen in 2014, the 2017 edition follows
company as well,” continues Kutay. collaborating with Zaha herself for many an ongoing liaison with Zaha Hadid’s team to create
“They contribute to the discourse and decades, to deliver some of the world’s technical superiority as well as a more refined shape
which in turn, throws a softer glow.
bring their own specialist knowledge most renowned designs. 2. The Genesy lamp designed for Artemide in 2009
and expertise to each design. They are “Zaha will always be embedded within the echoes the growth pattern of trees in a forest, a
sweeping canopy emerges through an inteconnected
encouraged to be part of the progress we DNA of Zaha Hadid Design,” says Kutay.
supporting network at the lamp’s base. Genesy’s
make each day. “Her unwavering belief in the power of structure increases in complexity as it rises. Like a
“Every new design benefits from the invention continues to drive and inspire us growing organism, the central support sprouts thick
branches. Genesy provides both direct and indirect
inventiveness and abilities of others. every day and we work on as she taught
lighting with a linear halogen up-lighter in the head
Teamwork was very important to Zaha – us – with curiosity, integrity, passion and and adjustable LED spot projector in the lower section,
she always believed in it – and Zaha Hadid determination.” concealed by a semi-transparent screen. Touchpad
power and dimming controls are discreetly housed
Design continues to work with the same www.zaha-hadid-design.com within the central body of the lamp.
principles and methods.”
COMING SOON TO THE UK
ateljé Lyktan hospitality collection
C O P E N H A G E N
MADISON
Designer: Marie Holsting
C O P E N H A G E N
MADISON
Designer: Marie Holsting
PROJECT 035
3 4 5
Treehotel and resulted in a UFO, a Birds Riintala; in Blue Cone there is the Hangover enthusiastic and wanted to make it work.
Nest, Cabin, Mirrorcube, and a Blue Cone. floor and pendant fixture, this was designed The hotel rooms are all very individual and
These spectacular creations attracted a by Thomas Sandell; and in The Cabin, the challenge was to develop a design that
lot of attention and the large Dragonfly there's the Tipi floor and ceiling fixtures, was functional for each room.
conference building was then added designed by Marten and Gustav Cyren. “The clients, Kent and Britta are
ahead of the 7th Room suite, which, as "For the Birdsnest and UFO rooms, extraordinary, the architects involved
mentioned, was completed this year. architectural lighting was developed in worked on small budgets and the
ateljé Lyktan was first contacted by conjunction with Bertil Harstrom, as was collaboration with ateljé Lyktan was based
Treehotel in 2009 to work with the the Sauna,which features the Bikini ceiling on the same conditions. In the beginning
architects on the various tree cabins; all of light.” there were some doubts as to whether or
the products featured in these rooms are Since the project, some of the lighting not the project could be successful, but
unique and were produced specifically for prototypes have been developed further today Treehotel is well-known all over the
the project. Thomas Holm of ateljé Lyktan and incorporated into ateljé Lyktan's main world.
tells darc: "For the Mirrorcube, the Eagle range, including Tipi featured in The Cabin “Why? Probably a mix of good timing,
pendant was designed in conjunction with and Eagle featured in Mirrorcube. correct eco profile, design and originality.
Tham and Widegard; in Dragonfly there Architect Bertil Harstrom tells darc: Treehotel is proof that small projects in the
is the Cube in pendant and wall versions “Treehotel was a small low budget project middle of nowhere can be a good business!”
- designed in collaboration with Sami that worked because everyone involved was Treehotel gives people the chance to
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middle of nowhere can be a good business!” 1&2.The Mirrorcube is an exciting hide-out among the from Rintala Eggertsson Architects. Decorative lighting
Treehotel gives people the chance to trees, camouflaged by mirrored walls that reflect their elements include the Cube, in pendant and wall versions
surroundings. The base consists of an aluminum frame from atljé Lyktan.
experience nature among the tree-tops, around the tree trunk and the walls are covered with 7. The Blue Cone cabin is based on simplicity and
while also providing a uniquely designed reflective glass. The interior is made from plywood accessibility, both in terms of material and design.
housing experience. It is a place where with a birch surface, with the six windows providing a The room is a traditional wooden structure with three
stunning panoramic view. A 12-metre-long bridge leads foundations in the ground to give a sense of height and
nature, ecological values, comfort and up to the tree room. Designed in collaboration with the lightness, but also stability. Decorative lighting featured
modern design combine for an exciting tree room's architects Tham and Widegard, the room includes the ateljé Lyktan's Hangover floor and pendant,
features ateljé Lyktan's Eagle pendant. designed in collaboration with the room's architect
adventure.
3,4&5. The UFO tree room was designed by architect Thomas Sandell.
www.atelje-lyktan.se Bertil Harstrom and while mainly architectural lighting 8&9. The Cabin was based on the idea of creating a
www.snohetta.com is used, functional task lighting provides reading light platform high up on a sharp hillside overlooking the Lule
above the bed. The room is cast in durable composite River valley. Designed like a capsule, a foreign body in
www.wsp-pb.com material - all to create the lightest, yet strong and the trees, the room is 24m² and features ateljé Lyktan's
inredningsgruppen.se sustainable design possible, while the interior gives the Tipi floor and ceiling fixtures, designed by Marten and
room a modern and comfortable feel. Gustav Cyren.
www.tvark.se
6. Dragonfly can function both as a conference space
www.ri-eg.com and private suite. A 15-metre long ramp takes guests up
www.sandellsandberg.se to the Dragonfly, where big panoramic windows give a
magnificent view of the valley. Built out of wood, with an
www.cyren.se exterior made out of sheet metal that will eventually turn
rust-brown and blend in even further with the pine-tree
forest, the design and the spectacular interiors come
044 DETAILS
045
focal point
ONE STATE STREET
NEW YORK, USA
Freddy van Zevenbergen | Anna Burles | Joanna Wood | Marcin Rusak | Hassan Abdullah | Daniel Hopwood
Victoria Meale | Luke Edward Hall | Sue Timney | Simon Hamilton | Francis Sultana | Sophie Ashby
Common Interests
darc discovers how Gensler and SBLD Studio worked to create
a communal social hub that would answer a multitude of
demands for the One World Trade Center NYC.
Images: Garrett Rowland, Courtesy of Gensler
048 PROJECT
Thirteen years after the 9/11 attacks tore full service amenity space exclusively for Trade Center. Through a highly collaborative
down the Twin Towers in New York City, the the tenants of One World Trade Center. design process, the architectural firm
new One World Trade Center skyscraper Located on the 64th floor, it serves as developed the strategy of creating a
opened on 7 November 2014. The tower is a world-class corporate and social hub, common amenity floor, open to all current
a 104-storey, US$3.9bn skyscraper and the purpose-designed for workers to get away and future tenants. The whole process from
tallest building in America at 1,776ft high. from the traditional office, but to also concept through to completion took around
A culmination of an amazing collaboration foster workplace creativity, collaboration, two and a half years.
between the Port Authority of New York and learning and development, and ultimately – “There were several parties involved in
New Jersey and The Durst Organisation, a sense of place and community. One World Commons and so our challenge
it was engineered to be the safest and The floor includes: conference, meeting was to meet and exceed each of the team’s
most secure commercial structure in the and event rooms available for rent with a separate aspirations and input on the
world, as well as the most recognised state-of-the-art social hub where people final design,” EJ Lee, Principal and Design
and desirable office address in the world. can congregate within the building, Director at Gensler New York, tells darc.
Featuring three million square feet of expanding their community, accelerating “We also had to develop something that
office space spanning 71 floors, a breath- their learning and ingenuity and / or would attract prospective tenants - offering
taking observation deck, grand lobby, and enjoying a game of pool. the best amenities design and experience
underground tunnel, the building is also In charge of bringing One World Commons possible at One World Commons. By working
LEED Gold Certified. to life was architectural firm Gensler; in a highly collaborative and transparent
Now more than 70% leased, the office tower in collaboration with lighting design environment with each of these groups,
includes a roster of more than 26 tenants practice SBLD. Gensler has a long-running we were able to fluidly define and receive
representing business sectors including relationship with The Durst Organisation, the key parameters that made this project
media, technology, financial services, having created various unique spaces successful.”
advertising and biotechnology. together throughout New York City, and in The design of One World Commons was
In February of this year, the opening of 2014 Durst approached Gensler to develop an evolutionary process, with the brief
One World Commons was announced; a a strategy to attract tenants to One World changing several times – most specifically
049
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during the programmatic and planning lighting brands Gabriel Scott and Stickbulb
concept phases. With each refinement of feature throughout the space, taking on
the program and plan, the look and feel of somewhat of a modular system.
the design came more and more into focus, “The original gesture called for a single
until Gensler was able to bring everything strand of Welles cubes to run the entire
together into a single vision. length of the space,” Gabriel Kakon of
Gensler’s initial design concept was to design studio Gabriel Scott, tells darc.
create a space where technology meets “As the project went on there were a few
fashion. Elegant materials are featured changes to the density of the chandelier
alongside raw finishes to create a very and the option of breaking up the strands
hospitable environment, inspired by some and creating clusters or clouds at random
of the different industries occupying sizes and distances truly accentuated the
the tower. “The design concept played organic nature of the fixture. The Gensler
out really well and has exceeded the team seemed pretty set on a modular
expectations of all parties involved,” says system. It appeared that their selection
Lee. was motivated by the need for a dynamic
The decorative lighting specified for One or sculptural alternative to ordinary neon
World Commons played a primary role in hallway lighting.
defining the interior of this project. The “It was nice to see the Welles reach its full
first step was to define the lighting object potential as a modular fixture and branch
and evaluate its performance before out through the common space hallways.
supporting architectural lighting was We’ve worked with Gensler a handful 1.Stickbulb Truss chandeliers from the X Collection
selected in the form of downlights, wall of times before, always on interesting provide strong bold lighting to the space.
2&3. Gabriel Scott's beautiful and striking Welles
washers and so on. projects. This one was particularly exciting,
modular chandelier features throughout the One
Decorative products from New York-based both due to the prestigious and iconic World Commons space.
050 PROJECT
nature of the WTC site, but also given the chandelier were required – one elongated a new aesthetic direction for the hardware.
scale and density of the fixture in question. version involving six modules of the X A test sample of hand plated nickel proved
“The broken up clusters / randomness concept inspired by hexagonal forms in very successful both in terms of finish and
and overall asymmetry of the fixture nature, and another involving two modules. reflective light quality and resulted in a
come together in a strong and linear Additionally, several Sky Bang chandeliers series of fixtures that the client was very
form offering both sculptural and lighting from the standard collection were pleased with.”
qualities.” specified. “A studio visit was immediately “Both structural and mechanical elements
This modular approach to the decorative required so that the lead Gensler designers, dictated / limited the use of decorative
lighting for One World Commons continued SBLD and client could view and approve the fixtures in One World Commons to some
with the specification of Stickbulb fixtures, light output and quality of our designs,” extent,” says Amy Ruffles of SBLD. “We
which was first approached by lighting says Stickbulb's Christopher Beardsley. like to give enough space around each
designers SBLD Studio, who had an interest “Up until this point X designs had only been decorative fixture so that the designed
in certain designs from the Stickbulb X offered with signature cast brass fittings object and its ambient light can be
Collection. but the interior specifications for this appreciated. In some cases, the structure
Two customised versions of the Truss project called for polished nickel, requiring of the building, as well as mechanical ducts
052 PROJECT
didn’t allow enough space. Moving, lowering new architectural obstacles did prove to
or relocating the fixtures was ultimately be challenging. We worked directly with
inevitable.” Gabriel Scott to understand the precise
Kakon adds: “There were definitely some flexibility we had in terms of the layout in
conflicting mechanical elements over the order to accommodate our specific space
50ft span. But the beauty of the Welles constraints.”
modular fixture is that by working with the For SBLD this project was all about creating
architect’s plan, we were able to locate a welcoming, warm, comfortable space
every individual hanging point in order to that you would find in a home, hotel lobby,
clear all types of interference – mechanical, clubs and so on, as SBLD's Attila Uysal
structural, decorative etc.” explains: “We weren’t looking for uniform
“Our collaboration with the lighting brands illumination or high light levels, we were
began as we discovered specific fixtures mostly interested in discrete pools of light. Previous page The customisable Hubbardton Forge
Celesse pendant adds a sense of drama to the
that we thought would be great in the “Neither concrete floor nor exposed cafe bar area at One World Commons and features
space,” continues Lee. “The Gabriel Scott ceiling were highlighted, the importance adjustable rings hung from two steel cables.
This page The Stickbulb Truss chandelier features
Welles fixture was a critical element to was placed on the vertical surfaces,
side by side with the Middle Sky Bang pendant.
the design, and maintaining its affect transparency, furniture and decorative light Next page The Moooi Prop light is suspended over a
while coordinating with the existing and fixtures. Shuffleboard providing decorative illumination.
054 PROJECT
“Bringing visible design elements and Comfortable, relaxing spaces that you can
objects together is EJ’s expertise and it was meet with your colleague or client and
a pleasure to analyse selected fixtures for continue to work or entertain was a key
scale, light source and control in order to focus of this project.”
support the overall design. The LED light One World Commons was a truly design details
source allowed the design team to create a collaborative effort with Gensler working
ONE WORLD COMMONS NYC, USA
family of light objects.” closely with Convene, the operator of the CLIENT: PORT AUTHORITY OF NEW YORK AND NEW
For Lee, an amenities space such as One space and The Durst and The Port Authority, JERSEY & THE DURST ORGANISATION
ARCHITECT + INTERIOR DESIGN: GENSLER
World Commons is a newer concept in which co-manage One World Trade Center. LIGHTING DESIGN: SBLD STUDIO
commercial development and as such, the As well as this, Gensler’s relationship with
Gensler team wasn’t driven by a specific SBLD ensured a cohesive vision. Together lighting specified
baseline standard for how to design an the team created an exceptional space that
APPARATUS PIVOT SCONCE
environment serving multiple types of supports how people work today and fosters FOSCARINI WITH DIESEL CAGE SUSPENSION LIGHT
tenants. “This project allowed us to set a spontaneous conversation and collaboration. GABRIEL SCOTT WELLES MODULAR CHANDELIER +
WALL SCONCE
standard we are now seeing others follow.” www.gensler.com HUBBARDTON FORGE CELESSE PENDANT
“Office work environments have www.sbldstudio.com MOOOI PROP LIGHT
STICKBULB X COLLECTION: TRUSS CHANDELIER;
changed,” adds Uysal. “The social aspect
MIDDLE SKY BANG PENDANT
is as important as the work space itself. WILMOTTE & INDUSTRIES FIAMNA 30 SUSPENSION
056 PROJECT
Trading Places
The Warehouse Hotel Singapore, makes use of bespoke lighting
installations together with off-the-shelf pieces, to create an ambience
that is relaxed yet sophisticated.
Images: Courtesy of The Warehouse Hotel
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058 PROJECT
Located on the bank of Robertson Quay, modern luxe finishes. The lobby and one’s grandmother’s dining room.
The Warehouse Hotel is a locally designed reception area serve as a communal space In the bedrooms Asylum set out to create
boutique heritage property from Singapore and comprise of the hotel’s signature spacious and welcoming rooms designed in
hospitality firm The Lo & Behold Group. restaurant and bar, showcasing décor and muted tones with many offering double-
Renovated from an iconic 1895 warehouse, furnishings reminiscent of the past. Exposed height ceilings, peaked roofs and original
the building is situated along a famous brick walls line both sides of the entrance industrial details. With no two rooms
trade route that once connected Asia and as an appreciation of the building’s exactly the same, each exudes a sense of
the Straits of Malacca. In the early 20th heritage, while custom lights designed modern luxe.
century, the premises were recognised as by Asylum are inspired by pulleys found Speaking exclusively with darc, Asylum’s
a hotbed of activity for secret societies, in godowns and line the double-volume Creative Director, Chris Lee explained the
business deals and underground spirit ceilings, defining the ambience of the lobby key requirements behind the decorative
distilling. Today, The Warehouse Hotel is a lounge. lighting elements featured within the hotel:
meticulously restored, 37-room destination A touch of local flavour is further “Lighting is a key component in creating
that has redefined the notion of ‘industrial introduced by way of an in-house the right ambience for the hotel. We also
design’ by incorporating elegance, focus, restaurant, Po, a refined Singaporean had to make sure there was a ‘social media
softness and cohesion throughout. concept that presents modern-day local worthy’ component, which is where the
The interiors are designed by the award- flavours and is designed to provide an lobby lighting comes in, which is inspired by
winning home-grown agency Asylum, which almost-at-home dining experience with a vintage pulleys and wheels from the bygone
set out to revisit some of Singapore’s juxtaposition of furniture materials used. era of the godowns.”
lost history by integrating a selection of The crystal-beaded lights featured in the “We also had to make sure we used LED
industrial-like textures balanced with space are supposed to feel like lamps from lamps as per the client’s request,” adds
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Takeo Sugamata of lighting design practice previously and try to push most of our
SWITCH. “The LEDs had to be warm enough clients to engage with a lighting designer
to create the right ambience (2200K) and as we feel, in order for the space to come
had to be dimmable without flickering. We alive, lighting is a key component,” says
compared several filament style LED lamps Lee. “The mood from day to night has to
and tested the compatibility with a dimmer be different, lighting from a restaurant to
during the construction stage to ensure the a retail store to a hotel all have different Opening spread A bespoke lighting feature that uses
lighting could transcend from day to night requirements and as much as we would like Edison Light Globes cascades over the lobby area,
while Fontana Arte Bis/Tris feature along the bar.
and create a different ambience through to wear as many hats as possible, we don’t
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the course of the day.” claim to be the experts when it comes to can be found on the bay of Robertson Quay, once a
Copper, metal and marble are some of the lighting design. famous trade route connecting Asia and the Straits of
Malacca. Wall lights and table lamps from UK-based
key materials used throughout the hotel “The hanging lamps are the feature piece Astro Lighting feature in the bedrooms, seamlessly
and as such most of the lighting selected in the space, however it was important to blending contemporary inspired finishing touches
continued with this theme in order to tie create a background for them. The lamps with the more traditional décor throughout the hotel.
This page Flos mini Glo-Ball floor lights, designed
everything together; there are also some need to be dimmed down quite a lot so that by Jasper Morrison bring a feeling of luxury to the
vintage pieces that were specially procured people’s attention goes to the pulleys as bedroom spaces.
Next page 1&2 The bespoke made crystal beaded
to give the space more of a unique feel. well as the lamps themselves. By uplighting
pendant lights featured throughout the Po restaurant
Working in collaboration with SWITCH, the pitched ceiling we tried to make the are supposed to feel like lamps from one's
Asylum looked to bring the various spaces pulleys and truss structure look like a grandmother's dining room. 3. Neoz Owl 1 table
lamps feature in the lounge area at the Warehouse
alive through the lighting. “We have silhouette.” hotel. 4. Astro Lighting's Enna Desk lamp in a black
worked with SWITCH on many projects Asylum was thankfully brought on to the finish are used for the hotel's reception desk.
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with the owners’ vision aligned with the structural integrity of the building. Part HOTEL OPERATOR: THE LO & BEHOLD GROUP
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HANSE MERKUR VERSICHERUNGEN
HAMBURG, GERMANY
Charming Relic
Lighting Design Practice Nulty+ brings the disused Midland Bank building back to life,
using some of the latest lighting considerations available and reinstating a prime example
of architectural significance to its full opulence and glory.
Images: Courtesy of The Ned
When Nick Jones, founder of Soho House design aesthetic. The lighting also works to Commenting on the lighting brief, Evina
& Co, first saw the disused Midland Bank provide a balanced level of light and colour Diamantara, Intermediate Lighting Designer
building in London, he immediately fell temperature to suit all times of the day. at Nulty, told darc: “We worked alongside
in love. The property had been empty “The design brief for The Ned was to both Soho House and Sydell Group to bring
for almost eight years, but there was make it feel as though it had always been their vision alive; this vision entailed the
something about it – the details, the scale an old, glamorous hotel,” says Rebecca creation of a space that would be elegant
of it. King, Designer at The Ned. “In order to and imposing. Following these principles,
Partnering with the Sydell Group to bring achieve this, we wanted the decorative Soho House invested in decorative
the building back to life, the 29,450sqm lighting to feel collected rather than brand luminaires that would make an impression
of space now offers a range of hospitality new; we used an eclectic mix of off the on first sight and as such, all architectural
features including restaurants, bars and shelf, custom and vintage fittings that we lighting would only be used to enhance and
bedrooms. The lighting design from Nulty purchased from the US, Europe and the UK. reinforce the identity of the design.”
works to highlight the building’s iconic “The light fixtures were critical design The converted banking hall features eight
architectural trademarks from Sir Edward elements in each space. In many areas, we restaurants, divided by the building’s
Lutyens and complement each individual took cues from existing lighting throughout original listed walnut counters that line
space, while maintaining a consistent the building to inform our stylistic choices.” the entrance and feature authentic
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bankers’ lights, while the private bar is set consideration for us, was to ensure that all pads’ include subtle pendants and interior
within the original bank vault, lined with the luminaires, although decorative, would fixtures.
safety deposit boxes. The latest retrofit be able to perform as desired and provide As a Grade I listed building, the conversion
LED lamps, concealed within historically adequate light levels for all occasions. of the Midlands Bank to The Ned, did not
accurate, decorative luminaires, create a “Sustainability and controllability were come without it’s challenges – respecting
warm atmosphere and bring contrast to the other important aspects that were and honouring the architecture of the
cool steel surroundings; a mix of low-level considered when specifying lamps for the building being the main concern.
lighting picks up the rich interior design and decorative fixtures across the scheme and “All architectural lighting introduced was
provides an additional layer of contrast. throughout The Ned, LED retrofit lamps very carefully considered to accentuate
A central reception desk has become a from Segula and Zico have been used – the architectural details rather than
stage for live performances, with light these were extensively tested by Mode making a statement that would overshadow
carefully positioned under the perimeter Lighting with the proposed control system the character of the building,” says
falling on the marble plinth, elevating the to ensure compatibility and flicker-free Diamantara. “We worked to deliver a
feature and creating a dramatic focal point dimming.” scheme that would provide the functional
for guests. The large Art Deco skylight Upstairs, each of the 252 bedrooms has lighting required for a hospitality space
above is framed by coffer lighting that been fitted with an intuitive ‘toggle switch’ and at the same time, would be discreet in
further enhances the architecture of the lighting control system, for mood lighting. order to avoid competing with the interior
building, while staying true to the original Staying true to the interior design, the use design.
building design. of low-level FF&E lighting, ensuring minimal “Locating the luminaires was challenging
“Each space has its own particular look ceiling interventions was put in place. and as such, in most ceilings and staircases
and feel,” continues Diamantara. “As such, The larger suites make use of luxurious we had to use the existing luminaire
the specification of decorative lighting fittings with tiered chandeliers, which were locations. A DALI control system was
elements followed the design intent that refurbished by Madson Black and more used for the architectural lighting and
Soho House aspired to. A key lighting luxurious fittings, while the smaller ‘crash emergency scheme – we wanted to use
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intelligent luminaires to help with both the lighting has been used in the Roof Bar,
control and maintenance. However, existing where spheres of light hang from the
containment had to be used for DALI ceiling. The two large rooftop domes have
cabling and emergency lighting. been opened up and re-purposed as private
“Difficult locations were the staircases function spaces and up-lit to highlight the
Opening spread The old banking hall has been
where only decorative could be used. To grandeur of the building’s architecture. transformed into eight restaurants, each divided by
overcome this challenge, we worked with In terms of final impressions, for the building's original listed walnut counters that
line the entrance and feature authentic bankers'
Mackwell and Kalmar to incorporate the Diamantara the architectural lighting
lights. This page Each bedroom has been fitted with
emergency fixtures within the decorative scheme works as it was originally intended. a toggle switch lighting control system for mood
fittings in order to be able to comply with “It is noticeable to accentuate and bring lighitng. The use of low-level FF&E lighting has been
put in place to ensure minimal ceiling intervention,
the regulations.” attention to the architectural details while the larger suites have tiered chandeliers and
As you get to the top of the building, Ned’s that we aspired to see highlighted but at more luxurious fittings. The smaller crash pads have
subtle pendants and interior fixtures.
Club, located on a large panoramic rooftop the same time subtle enough to let all
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saw Nulty use light throughout this area to the decorative elements such as fabrics, the original bank vault, lined with safety deposit
reinforce the identity of different spaces. patterns and finishes make an impression. boxes and the latest retrofit LED lamps. 2. The
lighting design works to highlight the building's
On the outdoor terrace, low-level lighting “Lighting, as well as everything else within iconic architectural trademarks from Sir Edward
creates intimacy without interrupting the The Ned, is a form of art, a statement. All Lutyens and complement each individual space, while
maintaining a consistent design aesthetic.
views across London. High-level decorative decorative luminaires were chosen by Soho
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design details
THE NED, LONDON
CLIENT: SOHO HOUSE & SYDELL GROUP
ARCHITECTS: EPR
LIGHTING DESIGN: SOHO HOUSE & NULTY+
lighting specified
Speys food court is the latest addition to celebrations, the Jaarbeurs building experience with an industrious market
the Jaarbeurs event centre in Utrecht, The has been extended to Speys food court, hall feel, offering freshly prepared foods,
Netherlands. Founded in 1916 to support designed by Amsterdam-based UXUS studio, stimulating encounters and engagement
and stimulate trade and industry in the along with a state-of-the-art cinema – acting as a meeting space between the
area, while improving prosperity – today, complex, owned by Kinepolis. cinema and existing exhibition halls.
the event space has the same values and Jaarbeurs is rooted in the exchange of UXUS was briefed to create a unique
aims to inspire, motivate and activate trade goods and interaction of people within the hospitality experience with its own identity
partners by enabling valuable meetings - Dutch industry, and Speys – an old Dutch within the double-height space that lies
while bringing people, markets, traders and word meaning food – has become the place below the new cinema complex. Seating
producers together. where different worlds connect and meet. 520 people indoors, the standout features
Coinciding with its 100-year anniversary The food court is a fast-casual dining of the space are, without doubt, the
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geometric canopies, which break up the lanterns glowing over the space.” UXUS Chief Creative Officer & Architect.
hall into food zones and create the Speys The identity of Speys was very much driven “We were able to use the height to create
signature look. by a link back to the history and rich visual these canopy gestures and use the light to
“We wanted to play with the height of heritage of the venue, Lans explains. The really create drama in the space.
the space,” says Bart Lans, Architect and team played with pattern and scale in “Given that there’s a cinema in the
Senior Designer at UXUS. “The client really the design, using a selection of beautiful complex, there’s a mirrored sense of
wanted to use the space as one of the main archive Jaarbeurs posters as their starting theatricality in the food court, but what’s
attractions for the area – not just for those point. “We took the colours and geometric also nice is that the height allowed us to
visiting the exhibition centre, but for the patterns from the posters and used them create a mezzanine level so you can look
cinema-goers and local residents as well as a directive throughout the whole food out onto the food hall with all the canopy
- it had to be eye-catching. Immediately market,” he says. “The posters informed lanterns floating around you. You wouldn’t
we had the idea of developing these huge the graphic identity of Speys, using vintage normally get such drama in a food court – it
canopies above the food counters that typography in the different zones and an allows for a different perspective and it’s
are colour coded dependent on the food Art Deco feel has been achieved with old nice to sit up there among all the lights.”
offer. As the idea developed, the canopies cinematic lighting and geometric patterns.” Elsewhere in the food court, pendants and
became very strongly lit elements within “The biggest trait of the space was its high table lighting are used to bring the scale
the space that change light intensity ceiling meaning anything we were going to of the space down, making it more of an
throughout the day and accentuate the do would become dwarfed if we weren’t intimate experience for the diners. “We
mood – at night they become these huge careful,” says Oliver John Palmer Michell, integrated spherical pendants into the
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ceiling to reinforce that Art Deco feeling,” As a central meeting point for visitors to
says Lans. “These feature throughout the the cinema and the exhibition centre,
space – above the mezzanine, within the there are two entrances to the Speys food
booths and so on, they are an additional court. The lighting design provides a change
lighting highlight.” of pace from the hectic environment of
“It changes the scale of the space,” adds the trade show floor and bright, dramatic
Palmer Michell. “Because everything else feel of the cinema entrance. The lighting
is so big and bold, the pendant lights bring becomes much more subdued with pools
everything down to a more human level. It of light from the lanterns and lots of multi
helps to create a cosier environment and a use of light, creating a very warm, ambient
glow that’s really important and something feel. “There’s a distinct change of mood,
more akin to big brassiere eateries. which we think is very appropriate as this is
“The pendants are also directional in some a space where you can relax and dine and
ways, they help establish where the seating spend more time,” says Palmer Michell. Opening spread The double height ceiling of the new
food and beverage hall was the main challenge for
zones are and you can clearly identify Reflecting on the project, for Lans, while
UXUS. Using it to their advantage they came up with
where each space starts and ends. It’s such the Jaarbeurs had lots of similarities to the idea of illuminated canopies to fill the space and
a long space that the lanterns and pendants other projects UXUS has worked on in give it a sense of identity.
This page & previous Bold pendant lighting continues
all work to direct you to where you should terms of the multidisciplinary nature of the
the striking design of the space, but also works to
be going.” venue, the interior design and the branding provide a cosier feel to the individual eateries.
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– everything driven by the architecture, this spaces, versus people coming in the
design details
project was also unique in that UXUS was morning and having breakfast, then again
involved in every key element. “This isn’t in the evening the space is used for dinner SPEYS, UTRECHT, THE NETHERLANDS
CLIENT: THE JAARBEURS
something that always happens,” he says. before heading to the cinema. It’s a great CINEMA ARCHITECT: SNELDER ARCHITECTEN
“This is always the ambition of course, but use of the space.” INTERIOR & LIGHTING DESIGN:UXUS
it doesn’t always happen that way and I Thanks to a strong design brief, the lighting
think it worked out very well in the end. at Jaarbeurs is carefully considered and lighting specified
“The scale of this project is also important directional, working in tandem with the
CANOPY LIGHTING ANCLE BV
to mention. For a food hall, it really is quite overall interior design to provide a welcome PENDANTS, TABLE LAMPS & ALL OTHER LIGHTING BY
impressive. It had its challenges but then break and change of pace to its surrounding FAGERHULT
that’s also where some of our inspiration offerings. Designed in collaboration with
came from.” food and beverage concept developers
“From a design perspective there has Conceptional, who worked on the menu, 1. The oversized windows provide ample natural light
been lots of attention paid to multi mogul back of house, customer experience and throughout the day, while pendant lighting brings a
softer feel to the space during the evening. The Art
seating,” says Palmer Michell. “There’s lots flow of the space, Speys is a modern Deco feel continues through the lighting elements
of different types being used – booths, two- reflection of the Jaarbeurs’ heritage as a chosen. Spherical table lights and pendants are used
in various spots. 3. Inspiration for the food court's
seaters, high stools and so on. So during trade fair for the Dutch industry.
design came from retro posters produced by the
a big trade fair you can imagine people www.uxus.com Jaarbeurs. 4. The huge geomtetric canopies divide
breaking out and using areas as meeting the space while inspiring the design and ambience.
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SOCO RESTAURANT
BARCELONA, SPAIN
Grand Finale
Marriott International commissioned New York-based interior
designer and architectural firm, Rockwell Group to reimagine and
renovate its 446 room flagship hotel in Charlotte city centre.
Image: Courtesy of Ari Hatzis
Charlotte Marriott City Centre opened its Group explains: “In some markets the piece's prominence in the atrium so the
doors in 1984 and has undergone quite a Marriott brand is seen as having mostly overall diameter was crucial to maintain
transformation in the last two-year’s - from baby boomer clientele and the brand could a presence. It was designed in such a way
a hotel that mainly catered to baby boomers be seen as stale. Marriott approached that the circular rigging was manufactured
to an ‘innovation lab’ that functions as the Rockwell with a collaborative outlook to in sections and each component shipped
world’s first hotel in ‘live beta’, aimed at take what they had developed internally for separately, meaning the design had to be
the next generation of travellers. this specific location, developing it into an relatively easy to assemble on site. This is
Every corner of the hotel allows for rapid Innovation lab to test new features aimed at the largest Finale by Luum, and once in situ
prototyping, inviting guests to test and give millennials.” and each flute illuminated, there is a real
feedback in real time. By simply pushing As part of the renovation Rockwell Group sense of satisfaction to see this installation
‘Beta’ buttons, located throughout the commissioned the London-based lighting float gracefully in such a great space.”
hotel, guests and visitors can share their studio LUUM to create a contemporary focal Rockwell considered the many layers
approval for the corresponding innovation. point for the hotel's main lobby. With a of design when developing the ground
Beta button engagement, votes and vast 11m high atrium above the hotels busy floor and lobby, both relatively dark and
feedback are aggregated and brought to bar area, LUUM had to deliver a lighting cavernous spaces. The carefully considered
life in real-time via digital screens placed sculpture that commands the attention of lighting scheme adds a lot to a complex
throughout the hotel for all to see, as well the hotel’s professional, millennial guests. architectural area with many focal points,
as on TravelBrilliantly.com. The aim was to create an innovative piece while LUUM’s Finale compliments and gives
The hotel offers three distinct spaces on that captured the guest's imagination and focus to what could be an odd, uninviting
the ground floor - Coco and the Director, a was of a large enough scale to create a space.
coffee social hub and tech enabled space, significant visual impact. “Given that the space had a skylight at
with 30ft ceilings and stadium seating. A The design selected was a customised the top of the atrium we knew it would
modern, rustic décor and a warm lighting version of LUUM’s ‘Finale’ lighting be a challenge in terms of creating and
scheme offer guests and visitors an inviting, installation. Capturing a snapshot in time, controlling light,” explains Chang, Project
comfortable meeting point. like a firework exploding, the feature Architect for Rockwell Group. “We used the
Next door guests are invited to discover reflects the energy of the hotel's dynamic skylight to our advantage and introduced
locally sourced cuisine in the immersive crowd. For this particular project the many layers of lighting including the light
Stoke Charlotte restaurant, with its glass was handblown, providing an organic feature to allow us to control the light in
community-inspired atmosphere and open element in contrast to the advanced what was really a 24 hour space. We were
kitchen, guests can watch their food computer moddeling used to design the very happy with the scale and impact the
being prepared by highly skilled chef’s rigging and machined components. lighting feature had in such a tricky space,
in the kitchen's wood burning oven. The Suspended high above the lobby floor, 100 there wasn't a budget to alter the existing
restaurant's clean lines and neutral colour delicately curved LED lit glass ribs frame the glazing above so a big impact light feature
pallet bleed into Stoke Bar, a warmly lit formal structure of each of the monumental was perfect.”
communal space where a selection of local four-metre diameter rings. A structure was www.byluum.com
beers can be sampled on tap. created for an architectural canopy; the www.rockwellgroup.com
The lobby, located on the first floor has sizes and details worked out in conjunction
undergone a massive facelift, foregoing the with a structural engineer to ensure it was
traditional set up of a tucked away business strong enough to carry the large sculptural
centre and lobby setting in favour of an light feature. Each ring weighed in at over
open plan area for guests to gather or work 250kg and was assembled at ground level
in public spaces. and interlocked before being raised into
design details
This was not a typical project for Rockwell place below the atrium's glass ceiling.
CHARLOTTE MARRIOTT CITY CENTRE HOTEL
Group which was tasked with bringing “Working on such a large scale always brings CAROLINA, USA
the Marriott into the 21st century. The a unique set of challenges,” says Chris Fox, CLIENT: MARRIOT GROUP
INTERIOR DESIGN: ROCKWELL GROUP
project started out in late 2013 and in Creative Director of Luum. “The design had
ARCHITECTURAL LIGHTING DESIGN: BOLD BRIAN
2014 conception work on the brand began. to be efficient in regards to shipping and ORTER LIGHTING DESIGN
Jae Chang, Project Architect for Rockwell construction on site. We were aware of the LIGHTING FEATURE: LUUM
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Haberdashery has created the 'Origin of detailed and beautiful forms, and finally used similar etched brass panels to those
Wonder' sculpture for the Wonder Room the finished articles with their precision, we ended up using in the Wonder Room.
at Selfridges & Co on Oxford St, London; a detail and sense of desirability. This was our only sort of direction from
fantastic way to celebrate 10 years since its Installed over a five-night period during Selfridges in terms of a brief or style, so
first installation, coincidentally at the same out-of-store hours, the sculpture is a we took that idea and put it on steroids –
address back in 2007. perfect example of how the design studio creating a much bigger sculpture that was
This latest sculpture explores the processes applies a highly creative, narrative-led much more technically evolved – there’s a
involved in extracting and refining the process through a detailed approach to lot more going on in this piece.
precious metals and gems found in the management and logistics in order to create “This is our first big public sculpture in
jewellery on display at the department a stunning, original artwork in complex London and what we’re most proud of is
store, into finely detailed objects of desire environments. that it feels as though it’s always been
via a series of intricate graphics across “It was a really difficult space to work there. The main feedback we’ve had is that
more than 1,000 photo-etched brass panels. within,” Haberdashery’s Ben Rigby tells it feels as though the room has been built
These are arranged around a 20m diameter darc. “The whole space had a finished around the sculpture, so we’ve managed to
circular formation, suspended above ceiling in place and behind that ceiling create something that’s truly appropriate
Europe's most prestigious retail space. there are sprinkler systems, security for the space and compliments the
As the sculpture flows between three cameras, motion detectors and so on, we architecture perfectly.”
distinct chapters: the 'Origin of Wonder', had to make this huge sculpture hang from Looking at the three sculpture chapters in
'Savoir-faire & Craftsmanship' and the as few points as possible - as such it looks more detail, the first chapter really focuses
'Illuminated Article' it showcases the organic as though it is a very light piece, floating in on the discovery of the metal elements and
layers and geological forces involved in the space. as such the panels are quite rough around
the extraction of metallic elements, the “The team at Selfridges had seen our work the edges and less constrained, with the
highly-industrialised techniques involved in at the House of St. Barnabas and liked graphics exploring earthy qualities. The
working these raw metals into incredibly the delicacy and aesthetic - the sculpture second chapter is much more about the
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A Local Thread
Studio Modijefsky designed an all-day restaurant with a quirky, petite coffee corner for
American hotel chain The Kimpton Group at its first international location a stone’s throw
from Amsterdam Central Station.
Images: Maarten Willemstein
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Wyers Bar and Restaurant is an art and the surroundings and establish a softer restaurant, as the design team uncovered
ambience filled hotel close to Amsterdam's environment away from the hustle and a graveyard of tubing and insulation in the
Central Station. After studying the historical bustle. A subtle transition in materials, from ceiling. Esther Stam of Studio Modijefsky
context of the restaurant's location, Studio hard to soft creates a relaxing atmosphere explained: "The ceiling height was proving
Modijefsky created an identity and interior in the interior of the restaurant. an issue for us and we wanted to open it
for the new contemporary restaurant and Bright ochre colours stand out against the up. This actually ended up working in our
coffee corner, that takes inspiration from greys and greens while creating an accent in favour, we had no idea what had been
the building's former use as a Dutch fabric the entrance, which is clearly visible from hidden away until then and by this point we
store called Firma Wyers, with the fabric the street, showcasing the restaurant logo were already quite far into our drawings.
industry a strong starting point for the and a mysterious portrait of a young girl This discovery inspired the industrial
concept of the new restaurant. shot by local Dutch photographer Maarten design of the restaurant's open ceiling and
Analysing the space and its location, a new Schroder. A weathered wall in clay coloured pipework, where custom made lighting was
layout was developed for the restaurant brown welcomes guests into a warm and built into a tube that hang from inside it
where the orientation of the building and cosy dining area while olive green walls and in an impressive and surprisingly cohesive
outside traffic played an important role in banquettes give a nod to the site’s former feature. The lighting tube runs throughout
the design. Located on the busy intersection history with the backs and seats resembling the space reminiscent of a thread weaving
of a pedestrian street and the main road fabric rolls stacked in a store. through a piece of fabric; growing from the
leading tourists from Central Station into The building's history works to further sculptural wooden banquettes, these spatial
the city, the design was created to filter inspire and play a role in the design of the lines make playful curves transforming into
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a light tube before disappearing again into construction of the glass shelves holding
one of the walls between the windows. the bottles displayed. The bar itself is a
“Every banquette has its own light thread solid volume covered in end grain wood and
that appears and disappears, highlighting off-white honed marble. The restaurant is
the seating area,” says Stam. The lights are finished with a dark wooden floor laid in
made from steel and lightly powder coated a weaving pattern, which continues down
so that the texture still shows through, to a lower level where the bathrooms are
while the tubing and the globes are made situated. Here, dark blue tiles complement
from Perspex. "The bar is an abstract version green walls and custom made light boxes
of a weaving machine and we felt the hanging from the ceiling shine onto green
lights should also feel like a thread winding marble sinks. Special details give this space
through the interior.” its own identity, such as the toilet rolls
Decorative tubes hanging from the ceiling, placed in the back wall, hanging like rolls of Opening spread The bar area illuminated by bespoke
lit by spotlights, shine onto the show kitchen tube lights specially designed for the project by
fabric.
Studio Modijefsky.
front, illuminating the food being served. “We wanted the space to be comfortable Previous & this page A closer look at the space.
The lamps are curved in the lower part and accessible,” says Stam. “The brief Subtle hints of the building's former life as a fabric
store can be found in the lighting choices, the
as half circles to form a roll that wraps was to create a space with a high level of
banquettes and the restaurant's bar area. Custom
around the show kitchen. Metal tubing also service for a mixed crowd; the restaurant made light boxes illuminate the sinks in the
decorates the bar's back wall forming the had to have a local feel in an area that is restaurants bathroom.
LED technology with aesthetics in mind
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actually more occupied by tourists. There appearance and a variation of black and
design details
is a lot of foot traffic on the street but we white tiles combined with a custom steel
WYERS BAR AND RESTAURANT, AMSTERDAM
had to think about making the restaurant light box on the brick façade attracts the
THE NETHERLANDS
stand out. The building itself doesn't have crowds passing by. CLIENT: KIMPTON HOTELS & RESTAURANTS
the same charm as a lot of older buildings in Both designs are a welcome addition to the INTERIOR & LIGHTING DESIGN: STUDIO MODIJEFSKY
Amsterdam, so we didn't have that working Kimpton De Witt, a chic and stylish hotel
lighting specified
for us, the historical architecture just wasn't where the city’s history lives on and its
there unfortunately.” pulsing energy thrives. All fixtures designed by Studio Modijefsky and
manfactured by Fiction Factory
Outside, to draw attention to the façade, “All of the challenges the project threw at
Studio Modijefsky designed several us worked in our favour, in a way,” Stem
lamps that highlight the entrance of the says. “The restaurant has a local flavour in a
restaurant, a light box with a life size part of the city that doesn't feel very local,
pin, an icon that marks the logo of the but that’s what makes it different, the
restaurant pinpoints the entrance to the coffee shop’s small space makes it standout,
restaurant from the hotel, then there’s they’re hidden gems and those things that
Miss Louisa the little coffee shop on the you have to discover usually give you the 1. The entrance to Miss Louisa, a petite coffee corner
corner, named after the founder of the most pleasure.” from Wyers Bar and Restaurant. 2. The backlit sign in
the interior of Miss Louisa. 3. The exterior of Wyers
fabric store J.P Wyer's youngest daughter. www.studiomodijefsky.nl
Bar and Restaurant, several globes and a custom
Miss Louisa is a fun addition to the more steel frame were designed to draw attention to the
serious restaurant space. A strong graphic façade.
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099
Industrial Flow
Design LSM was approached by EQ Group to plan, devise and design the
ground floor of an upmarket 146-room Hilton Hotel minutes away from the
hustle and bustle of downtown London.
Images: James French Photography
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Inspired by Kingston’s rich aviation heritage, Custom brass feature pendants cover the same feature. Display lighting for the wall
the Double Tree Hilton is located a stone’s lounge and bar area providing soft ambient mounted shelving is provided by in-joinery
throw away from the River Thames in an lighting through bare globe filament lamps. LED strips and downlights.
airy, corner building bathed in natural light. All of the pendants and spotlights in the In order to give the brassiere an
The overall design scheme of the hotel’s restaurant are finished in copper to match independent feel to the rest of the space
interior holds a warm and contemporary the scheme’s design, whilst the bar and the designers created an enticing exterior
aesthetic with subtle touches of aircraft decorative features throughout the lobby entrance complete with bespoke glass doors
paraphernalia in honour of Australian are finished in matching brushed brass. and an enclosed terrace allowing for al
aviation pioneer Harry Hawker. These small coordinated details assist the fresco dining all year round. Bespoke glass
Interior designers Design LSM worked cohesion of the lighting with the other pendants were designed and mounted to a
closely with lighting designers Light Corp furniture, fixtures and equipment in the custom canopy with matching Original BTC
'93 (formally The Light Corporation) to space. A warm palette of copper, teal and Davey Box wall lights and warm filament
devise a design that aided the flow of the soft greys bring the interior of the bar and lamps used to illuminate the outdoor area.
space while also clearly defining separate restaurant to life, with its rich leather Design LSM Project Director Andy Harwood
areas by using prominent statement pieces seating, bespoke opal globe pendants and worked on the renovated space for
to separate the open space of the ground ornate floor tiles conjuring up an air of ten months to bring several elements
floor décor and seamlessly blend each area elegant opulence, while the low-level mirror together in a cohesive, multi-functional
together. screens and an exposed statement ceiling environment.“There was a lot of
Guests entering the lobby are greeted by offer a modern industrial feel. functionality needed in a space that wasn't
a welcoming, social space, with a blend Bright Good’s sepia tinted maxi globe lamps necessarily deigned for that purpose,”
of relaxed seating and tables. A grand are hung bare and installed in clusters Harwood explains. “There are different
ten-metre bar features architectural amongst copper pipework that runs around stakeholders with different criteria, in one
lighting, which illuminates the area and the perimeter of the restaurant, while the space you have someone who wants to
its rich copper façade carefully merges task lighting in the dining space is provided operate a restaurant and there’s a hotel
the lounge into Hawkers Bar & Brasserie. by copper surrounded spotlights fixed to the that needs to function as a hotel as well as
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a Hilton franchise. We had to come up with fittings were specially designed for the design details
different techniques to divide the space project using our in-house designers and
DOUBLETREE KINGSTON UPON THAMES, UK
into separate areas. A lot of the service manufacturing facility. This enabled us to CLIENT: HILTON GROUP
routes had to be changed and redirected match copper and brass finishes to maintain INTERIOR DESIGN: DESIGN LSM
LIGHTING DESIGN: LIGHT CORP '93
across spaces you wouldn't usually have a consistent look and feel to the decorative
in a building specifically designed to be a products. The design worked well and lighting specified
hotel.” formed a comfortable, warm atmosphere
BESPOKE LIGHTS BY LIGHT CORP '93
For both the interior designers and lighting – dynamic enough to provide both a light ORIGINAL BTC DAVEY BOX LIGHTS
designers the project’s main challenge was and airy breakfast environment and then a BRIGHT GOODS MAXI GLOBE LAMPS
VERBATIM LAMPS
working with a complicated and difficult moody, romantic evening atmosphere.”
concrete building. Matt Parker of Light Corp Using a mixture of soft ambient lighting
'93 explains: “The building had exposed from pendants to direct artwork lighting
services, columns, ledges and bulkheads, and accent lighting for columns, displays Opening spread The interior of Hawkers Bar and
Brasserie where bespoke opal globe pendants
all obstacles for cable tray positions, large and wall finishes – Design LSM and Light Illuminate the dining space and exposed Bright
light features and the continuous copper Corp '93 developed an interesting, layered Good’s sepia tinted maxi globes are hung bare
amongst copper pipework that runs around the
pipe light system that runs throughout the lighting scheme to sit within the general
perimeter of the restaurant.
restaurant. Multiple coordination drawings interior, bringing warmth to an otherwise Previous page The Chef's table, which doubles as
and site meetings were the only way a harsh industrial space and enhancing the a breakfast buffet lit by bespoke brushed brass
pendants and oversized bold, black pendants. The
workable solution could be found and even Art Deco style of the interior. The carefully reception and lounge area sees bespoke brushed
then the challenge was tough. considered lighting scheme aids the flow brass pendants match the area's finishings perfectly.
This page A closer look at the task lighting in the
“As tough a challenge as the initial layout between the restaurant/ bar and the hotel’s
dining area. Below, bespoke glass pendants mounted
was, the seamless flow of the space and functional areas seamlessly. to a custom canopy with matching Original BTC Davey
definition of individual areas stand out www.designlsm.com Box wall lights and warm filament lamps are used to
illuminate the outdoor area. Inside, oversized semi-
thanks to the carefully considered lighting www.lightcorp93.com circular pendants hang low over the booths in the
design, Parker continues. “All of the light restaurant area.
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Atelier MEL studio designs high quality side – the idea of working together was introduction of digital design technology.
contemporary light fittings that blend appealing and something they toyed with “When we first began working with glass
modern digital techniques with traditional for some time. the idea of introducing light came really
glass craftsmanship. The studio brings Having watched a live glass blowing quickly. It just seemed natural to add light
together digital designers, engineers, demonstration during Noche de los Museos to the recipe; it’s the only element that
architects and artisans with a single goal: (the annual museums night) in Molino’s at its best can show the transparency,
rethink the glass craftsmanship to take it hometown of Cartagena, the duo saw an translucency, brightness or reflection of the
one step further. opportunity to reinvent the trade and artisan pieces. Most of our designs have a
Launched at the end of 2013 in Spain, create pieces suited to current design and natural inspiration, waves on the ocean,
the studio’s co-founders Maria Ruiz Pardo fabrication trends. comets in the sky, and the geometry behind
and Roberto Molinos met while studying Pardo tells darc: “To us glass is magic, it’s natural structures. The glass components of
architecture at Barcelona University an ancient material that requires highly DUNA for example, are composed by softly
in Spain and while they approach the skilled artisans to work with it. The process curved rounded glass pieces assembled
field from different perspectives – Pardo has changed very little throughout history, following a triangular pattern, while LOTO
enamoured with the design aspect and but we thought it had great potential to uses flower shaped glass pieces assembled
Molino more interested in the technological be re-invented and enriched with the on a square grid - interpretations of Gaudi’s
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famous ornamental pieces.” MEL Composer to create their own unique with thermoformed glass, for the bespoke
In some of the studio’s latest designs Atelier design,” says Pardo. “Our collections are projects we can use blowing, torch,
Mel hs begun to separate blown glass pieces predesigned open concepts, each has its engraving and fusing techniques.”
from the light sources, projecting shadows own glass shape and assembly pattern and Artisan glass techniques are extremely
on the surfaces around, mimicking the is adapted to each client’s requirements, complex and the fabrication cost is very
effect of light in contact with water. while bespoke projects are concepts we high compared to other materials so the
“Glass is a transparent liquid that modifies develop for a particular space. team at Atelier MEL combated this issue by
the direction of the light rays due to “The first step of our process is the design making their own adaptive mould that can
the natural imperfections of the artisan of the glass components using Rhino3D, the be configured in more than 80 different
pieces,” Pardo explains. shape is then translated into the physical ways to create 80 different shapes.
Utilising their multidisciplinary team Atelier world through digital fabrication. With the “Being able to extract an entire collection
MEL is able to think outside of the box printed shapes we fabricate ceramic moulds of complementary shapes from one single
and approach working with glass in a new, to finally fuse flat sheets of artisan glass mould is a huge improvement. The process
fresh way, including the client in the design on top, the metallic lattice that holds the of crafting the glass components requires
process. glass pieces is also digitally designed and a lot of time and attention but we are
“Anyone can play with our online tool fabricated. All of our collections are made able to optimise all the other processes
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Light Tension
Interior, product and lighting designer Garth Roberts took
time out of his busy schedule for a Q & A with
darc’s Assistant Editor Emma Harris.
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Garth Roberts founded his studio in 2010 York. At that time in my life I absolutely recent monthly design magazine, it was my
after a series of pop-up studio projects in hated travelling, so to this day I don’t know window to the glamour of design. Now I
collaboration with Universities in Milan, Berlin what possessed me to embark upon this behave in a way that is the polar opposite of
and New York. Before forming his studio, adventure. That two-week trip changed what how I did at the start. I almost avoid design
Roberts gained his experience as part of I understood as design and the potential that magazines completely (of course darc is the
prestigious design teams in North America design had to offer. exception to that rule!).
and Europe, and today his studio works in My current inspiration is how creativity cross-
different fields of product design and creative When did you realise you wanted a career pollinates, so my diet consists of modern
direction, developing projects for clients such in design? dance, art openings and films.
as Glas Itali, Mabeo Furniture, Serralunga, I was drawing consistently from a young age,
Casamania, and the LRRH_ Art Project. but it wasn’t until I was about seventeen What is it about lighting that specifically
Since 2009 Roberts has been based in Berlin when I understood that creativity could appeals to you from a design perspective?
but continues to work between Milan and New be considered part of my professional Lighting is the most liberal of all genres
York. Now the creative director of lighting aspirations. After this realisation I spent every related to product, when you’re designing
brand Kalmar, Roberts took time out of his moment I could trying to understand what lighting you determine how complex and
busy schedule for a quick Q & A with darc. design actually was and how my interest in poetic the final design will be. If it’s done well
science and history could merge with my whatever you decide to do has the potential
creative aspirations. to be accepted and appreciated. For me this
Can you tell our readers a little about freedom doesn’t really exist in other product
yourself? groups because the requirements have a
Who and what inspires / influences you?
I was born and raised in Canada, where I direct connection with the human body and
In the beginning my main influences came
studied design. After my first year of work anatomy. Lighting brings items to life. If it is
from magazines, I remember waiting with
experience I decided to take a trip to New done well it calms the nerves.
bated breath to get my hands on the most
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Collaborations
KALMAR WERKSTÄTTEN
Can you tell us about some of your most use of colour and texture or lack thereof. I Do you have any collaborations or projects
notable projects? like to leave a crude or unstudied undertone lined up that you can share with us?
My project history ranges from the more to my work. I aim to communicate an We’ve started a few new collaborations; one
rationally designed projects for Kalmar to uncontrived simplicity and approachability in particular focuses on using natural fibres.
more conceptual, expressive works such as to those that encounter the design. I find this particularly interesting because of
the crate collection for Mabeo Furniture. its connection to handcraft and the origins
As the creative director of Kalmar I have of design. I will continue working with
What trends are you seeing in decorative
to consider the brand’s established design cc-tapis, Kalmar Werkstaetten and Mabeo
lighting at the moment and how do you
history and vintage products. The Hase, Billy furniture, developing some new projects
see it continuing to progress?
and Kilo series of lamps are all examples of that expand some of our existing object
The attention that was given to lighting
this mentality. series and initiate some new directions.
as a typology has intensified in the last
In pieces like the Quake table for Glas Italia,
few years, because of this the variety and
After Party rug for cc-tapis, Zanotta’s RAW
quantity of lamp designs have increased If you could sum up working with light in
table, the Crate Collection and Mabeo’s Seri
dramatically when compared to the past one sentence what would it be?
Stool, I have more flexibility to express the
decade. The trends that stand out to Working with light means trying to give
tension of materials and the sophisticated
my sensitivities are the sculptural ideas a full sensory experience and embody
crudeness of intent in my work.
expressed via the forms. The lamp is no something that borders on intangible to
longer just considered an accent piece; it is every sense except sight.
How would you describe your signature
now often competing as the focal piece in www.garthglobal.allyou.net
style?
the interior landscape.
I think my style is quite sophisticated yet
basic, with a sense of tension. This tension
is embodied in contrasting materials, the
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Lighting Design
International
Folio is our regular feature highlighting the
importance of decorative lighting in the work of a
design studio. This issue we present Lighting Design
International.
Skibo Castle
SKIBO, UK
Skibo Castle is home to one of the world’s most
prestigious private clubs nestled amongst the
beautiful Scottish Highlands. The scheme is LED
in its entirety. Two large chandeliers sit within Pics: Ewen
Weatherspoon
the skylight, as well as providing an eye-catching
focal point, central features were modified to
conceal directional spotlights that could be used
to accent light retail displays below.
The Bower
LONDON, UK
Intu Lakeside
ESSEX, UK
The retail lighting challenge was to
increase brightness under deep set Manchester 235
soffit areas by day in balance with MANCHESTER, UK
daylight in the atrium, whilst allowing
lower level, more intimate lighting post This design envelops the visitor in playful decadence,
dusk. For this 100 per cent LED lighting reflecting not only the casino culture but also something of
scheme, the lighting levels, balance and the 1940’s glamour. The lighting scheme provides different
colours are adaptable, providing various solutions for each of the club’s areas and personalities,
scenarios appropriate to the time of creating the appropriate atmosphere and level of intimacy
day, the time of year, contribution of for each space while using a consistent design language
daylight or seasonal / special events. throughout this Grade II listed building.
Pic: Nick Kontou
Sunset Walk
MILTON KEYNES, UK
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BEST OF THE BEST 1. The Bauchamont. Pic: Paul Bowye. 2&3. Hotel
Panache. Pics: Romain Ricard.
I was really happy to have been chosen as 3. A mix of architectural and decorative lighting
Best Designer in 2015 at Maison et Objet works to bring life to the office space. 4&5. Grand
4 Pigalle. Pics: Kristen Pelou.
and then included in the Wallpaper* 20 Best
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Decorative lighting can be different ambience levels to define and with a sense of drama and escapism. I find
defined as the ‘jewellery of divide areas without the need for furniture a lot of inspiration for decorative lighting in
architecture’. It plays a significant role or product. When it comes to hospitality materials and manufacturing techniques and
in the interior design of a space adding interiors, decorative lighting draws the eye how I can utilise the traditional in new and
style and decoration, colour or pattern. upwards, framing a space and setting the innovative ways, thus striking the balance
Whilst fundamentally, its primary purpose narrative. I like to use pendants to create between modernism and nostalgia, re-
is to illuminate, it is also important that focal points at the entrance of a space imagining silhouettes and playing with form
it be aesthetically pleasing and too many in hospitality projects, framing the room and shape. I like to challenge myself and
times I feel this is an after thought or with LED mood lighting to create warmth. my team in doing so, learning about new
overlooked all together. Decorative lighting In residential interiors it is great to see technology and new craft as we develop and
in recent years has definitely become that decorative lighting has definitely experiment.
more sculptural, more material led and progressed from being a secondary purchase As well as silhouette and innovation in
innovative - commanding more recognition to a primary purchase with more people material, our lighting always pushes new
and rightfully so. Just as a piece of art or an recognising that the right decorative lighting technology including LED. There is a huge
impressive piece of furniture can create a is as important a purchase as a bed or a misconception that LED lighting is not
statement in an interior, so can decorative sofa. versatile enough. For sure, it still has a way
lighting with its innovative shapes and As a product designer creating my own to go but LED technology has developed so
materials. lighting collections I feel like a magician, fast over the past few years. We use LED in
Thinking back to the beginning of my creating illusions. Creating a lighting piece all of our products now and the idea that
career in design, decorative lighting was is challenging for many reasons. You can you cannot create warmth with LEDs is a
often expected to also play the role of have a strong vision for the aesthetic but misconception. Two years ago we decided
architectural lighting and fully illuminate there are also so many technical aspects to invent our own dimmable LED which we
a room. I think it’s a positive step that that are required to adhere to in order now use in the majority of all of our pieces.
we now recognise the need for both to make the piece a functional object. To Developing our own LED came about when I
decorative and task lighting as two separate combine these elements and be able to first designed the Crystal Bulb in 2012.
requirements. It is so intrinsically important achieve your initial vision isn’t easy but the I like the juxtaposition of design materials –
to the design of a space that they work realisation is incredibly rewarding. From you could say I like to reinvent the classics
in harmony with each other to create a inception to production there are many as it were; evolve and mould silhouettes
cohesive scheme. hoops to jump through and it’s a constant playing with form and shape, colour and
Lighting is integral to any interior; when sequence of problem solving. We use a lot texture and exploring how materials
I design a space I always start with the of challenging materials such as marble new and old can work together to create
lighting first, it should never be an or carpet or innovative shapes that need something unique and new, yet at the
afterthought. It is our responsibility to exude simplicity and then there is the same time very familiar. I was fascinated
as designers to ensure that we design electrical component – a lot of boxes to by cut crystal and I was also seeing a lot of
for longevity and to do so, the balance tick both aesthetically, functionally and industrial filament lamps on the market.
between form and function has to be found. practically. As a designer, if you can realise The Crystal Bulb is a combination of the
Decorative lighting can be a focal point or 90% of the vision you had in your head, then singular industrial light bulb with the ornate
a subtle part of a scheme that can instantly you have done your job. I have learned simplistic beauty of hand cut crystal, which
change the ambience of a room. When I over the years that 90% is sometimes good had never been seen before together in
design an interior I look at all corners of enough however, we always aim for 100. this way. It’s a unique piece that combines
the space and how and where I can create When I design lighting I always like to create innovation, modernity and tradition and
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works in both minimalist interiors and also hangs in the Design Museum’s permanent
in more classic period styles. One of the collection. We’re now extending the range
challenges of designing the Crystal Bulb was launching a new chrome version of the
containing the heat and restricting it within iconic pendant alongside a new wall light
the cut crystal shade. We automatically and ceiling light in both chrome and the
looked at using LED technology for this. classic brushed brass finish.
LEDs were not progressing quickly enough to Lighting will always have a huge impact
meet our immediate needs, and we needed on me as a designer. Before my career in
a lamp that was successfully dimmable, design and as a child, I was a professional Lee Broom’s work is recognised internationally;
created the right amount of warmth and actor from the age of seven until I was when he founded the company in 2007 he set out
with a clear vision to be not just a designer, but an
contained all of the electrical components seventeen. I’ve always had an attraction
entrepreneur; designing, manufacturing and retailing
within a very small unit, so we set about and affiliation to neon and bright lights and under the Lee Broom label.
developing and producing our own. the theatricality they imbue - how they can Alongside his own collections, Broom has also
designed products and interiors for other leading
We designed and produced the Crystal Bulb set a scene and tap into people’s emotions. global brands and over 45 commercial retail,
in eight weeks ahead of our 2012 show in From my first collection Neo Neon in restaurant and bar interior designs. In 2012, with
five collections under his beslt, the designer
Milan. It is one of our best selling products 2007 to my most recent sculptural pieces,
launched his most successful product to date - the
with over 30,000 sold to date which can be decorative lighting is a fundamental part of Crystal Bulb, which is pictured on the opening
seen illuminating homes, restaurants, hotels my ethos as a designer and will always play spread. An iconic design which has sold in excess
of 30,000 to date, the Crystal Bulb transformed
and bars across the world. It’s received a leading role wherever my the everyday lamp into a beautiful ornamental light
a lot of support and recognition since it career takes me. fitting and elevated Broom into a household name.
The designer is heavily influenced by both his
launched - we have been lucky enough to www.leebroom.com
fashion and theatre backgrounds, which can be seen
win four awards in three consecutive years in the sense of drama and narrative his collection
in the British Design Awards and it now creates.
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Style GLS /Pear /Globe /Tube Style Tube Style Squirral Cage /Globe/
Base E2 / B22 Base E27 Copper Coated
Light source LED Light source LED Base All E27
Lifetime (hrs) 30,000 Lifetime (hrs) 30,000 Light source LED / LED / LED
Watts (W) 5 / 6 / 6 /6 Watts (W) 5 Lifetime (hrs) 15,000 / 15,000 / 15,000
Lumens (lm) 500 / 600/ 600/ 600 Lumens (lm) 250 Watts (W) 4/ 6 / 8
Colour temperature (K) 2200 / 2700 Colour temperature (K) 2700 Lumens (lm) 120 / 600 / 650
CRI 80 / 90 CRI 80 Colour temperature (K) 2200
Dimmable Yes Dimmable Yes CRI 90
Length (mm) 105 / 142 / 175 / 225 Length (mm) 300 Dimmable Yes
Diameter (mm) 60 / 64 / 125 / 30 Diameter (mm) 60 Length (mm) 160 / 135 / 160
Diameter (mm) 60 / 125 / 125
Style Decorative Pendant Lamp Style Heart, Globe, Butterfly Style Decorative
Base E26 & E27 Base E27 / Base E26 & E27
Light source LED Light source LED Light source LED
Lifetime (hrs) 10,000 Lifetime (hrs) 15,000 Lifetime (hrs) 30,000
Watts (W) 6.5 Watts (W) 8 / 8 / 12 Watts (W) 6
Lumens (lm) 250 Lumens (lm) 300 / 300 / 350 Lumens (lm) 420
Colour temperature (K) 2400 Colour temperature (K)2200/2600/2200 Colour temperature (K) 2700
CRI 80 CRI 90 CRI 95
Dimmable Yes Dimmable Yes Dimmable Yes
Length (mm) 225 Length (mm) 130 / 145 / 130 Length (mm) Dependant on shape
Diameter (mm) 135 Diameter (mm) 90 / 85 / 130 Diameter (mm) Dependant on shape
Diamond 7
FILAMENT STYLE
The Diamond 7 from Filament Style provides a clean and simple design.
Favouring reduced aesthetics and geometric shapes, the lamp highlights the
delicate glow of filament lighting through its handmade cage, creating forms
that keep it simple to complement the aesthetic power of a classic lamp.
www.filamentstyle.com
Church Family
BRENDAN RAVENHILL STUDIO
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MAX Hamburgerrestaurant
Umeå, Sweden
MAX Hamburgerrestaurant is Sweden’s´ exterior and interior. Sweden, sustainability has always been part
oldest and fastest growing hamburger Being a family business, MAX wants to be of the very core of BLOND.
restaurant, established in 1968. a sustainable company in a sustainable By keeping the manufacturing process
By using honest materials such as wood, society, leading and creating an example in within its own walls, and utilising a high-
metal, stone and leather Wingårdh the industry. effective LED lightsource, BLOND has been
Arkitektkontor has translated the As a part of the environmental aspect, able to create luminaires for this project
architectural space to better reflect the lighting brand BLOND was tasked with that reflect the environmental and social
high quality food served at MAX every day. creating custom luminaires for the new responsibility that is part of the MAX legacy.
The architects decided to play with concept. Being a family owned company www.blond.se
volumes, creating rooms within rooms, both too, with their production facilities in
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Caudiale
New York, USA
Founded in 1995, the global skin care brand Each silhouette begins with a sketch from Based on the orb glass shape, the Binary
Caudalie has grown extensively since its Niche Modern's Creative Director Jeremy modern pendant light is a multi-lamp
beginnings in France. Throughout the years Pyles, with every detail carefully thought fixture, giving it a contemporary twist
it has expanded its roots far beyond its out between a team of designers, glass to Niche's more classic Solitaire pendant
place of origin and now has locations in artists, and technicians in itsBeacon, New light. These handblown glass pendants
New York, Los Angeles and London. York studio. After the Binary pendant incorporate two A15 incandescent filament
The worldwide boutiques feature clusters is handblown in Niche's Hot Shop, it is or A15 LED appliance lamps depending on
of Niche Modern's Binary pendants in crystal inspected, cut, drilled, ground and polished a client's preference. Available in an array
glass and hang from varying drop lengths to by hand in the Cold Shop to ensure the of luxurious glass colours ranging from
form a stunning centrepiece, creating an highest standard of excellence. crystal to crimson, the Binary pendant
inviting space where customers can sample “We try to do things that are not overly adds a timeless and elegant touch in any
products and speak to a beauty consultant. flourished, where the economy and line environment.
Pendant lighting installations often hang and shape is very simple," Pyles says about www.nichemodern.com
above a tester bar, housed in the centre of his lighting designs. “There's not so much
the store, as pictured above. elaboration and not a lot of fussiness.”
KNOT by Chiaramonte Marin, 2016
HANDMADE
BOHEMIAN
GLASS
CRAFTED
TRADITIONALLY
Caroline Calvert
contact for UK
info@brokis.cz caroline@brokis.cz
www.brokis.cz +420 587 211 517 +440 777 923 8778
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Doubletree by Hilton
Kingston Upon Thames, UK
Located on the edge of town the upmarket to enhance distinct areas of the hotel. Steven Brazil, General Manager at
146 room DoubleTree Hilton Hotel offers The lamps, all in 2.2K very warm colour DoubleTree by Hilton in Kingston said:
stylish and contemporary accommodation, temperatures highlight the various shaped “Aesthetically we were looking to create a
state of the art conference facilities and LED filaments and create a welcoming, modern and industrial décor and the Bright
the hotel’s signature restaurant, Hawkers atmospheric ambience. The Florence 6W Goods definitely helped us achieve that.
Bar and Brasserie, themed around Kingston’s sepia tinted maxi globes, for example are They look fantastic and we have received
extensive aviation history. The space is an hung bare and installed in clusters amongst some really positive feedback from out
Art Deco inspired interior with an open the copper pipework that runs around hotel guests who have commented on
plan kitchen and an enclosed outside dining the perimeter of the restaurant, giving a their vintage-modern design. We wanted
terrace. contemporary industrial feel. The Elizabeth to incorporate ‘mood lighting’ which could
Light Corp ’93 was commissioned to 3W candles, Joseph 5W GLS’, Jane 6W sepia be altered throughout the day and into the
design a lighting a system that not only tinted classic pears and John 6W long tubes evening, they were exactly what we were
complemented the aviation theme but also are installed throughout the reception area, looking for.”
provided warm and elegant illumination lobby, lounge, kitchen, bar and restaurant www.brightgoods.co.uk
throughout. An impressive range of Bright area providing the ultimate warm and cosy
Goods LED filament lamps was specified glow for all visitors.
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Formally an old Midland Bank building, no to enhance the lighting design. With of natural light. 2200K is used in living
expense has been spared in the restoration exceptional dimming, high CRI and a areas, corridors and bedrooms to close down
of this historic building. Due to the many beautiful aesthetic appearance, the Zico the space for a warm, calm and comfortable
historic features such as vaulted ceilings, lamps blend into the timeless design and environment.
verdite columns and old wood-panel tellers atmosphere of The Ned. “We are proud to have worked on this
office, this Grade 1 listed building required The use of 2200K CCT lamp variations has project and will continue to develop
a design concept befitting its beauty and delivered a blend of colour and offers relations with architects, designers and
heritage. consistency in the design and delivery of lighting designers to service the needs of
Working in conjunction with Nulty + a sophisticated environment. High level this sector,” Says James Miller, Manager
Lighting and Mode Lighting and Controls, pendant fittings use 2600K to help create Director of Zico Lighting.
Zico lighting filament lamps were chosen the feeling of space and height with a hint www.zico.lighting
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Nandos
Southampton, UK
Enigma Lighting working together with lamps for maximum adaptability. The lamp to dress the space and not over dominate
B3 Designers, was tasked by Nando's to chosen was the Enigma 125mm LED filament the various interior features within the
create a unique and exciting restaurant lamp which had the scale, output and space.
lighting design within the new Southampton colour temperature warmth that the design Hidden lighting details are key to creating
West Quay extension, communicating the required. this balanced approach and the Enigma
brand of Nando’s whilst acknowledging the Utilising their product design capabilities, Lighting team worked closely with B3 to
location and context of the restaurant. Enigma Lighting designed and supplied design the details needed to illuminate the
The biggest challenge for the design team further bespoke items such as a mesh style feature relief woodwork used throughout
was to create a number of bespoke, multi linear wall light, also utilising the Enigma the space in various joinery pieces, such as
coloured wire framed pendants, mimicking tube linear filament lamp and a special the feature bar and kitchen bulkhead and
lobster pots in appearance (a nod to adaptation of the Enigma Tubular luminaire, the external bench seating within the main
the city’s link to the sea), with various powder coated with the exact RAL of the promenade to the shopping mall.
diameter, height and finish combinations ceiling to seamlessly blend these discrete The result is a fully dimmable, all LED
to provide a stunning lit appearance and spotlights into the ceiling and not detract scheme that is both warm, inviting,
create a wow effect within the space for from the main event of the feature wire enjoyable and relaxing to be in. The
both the day and evening scene sets. pendants. restaurant really holds its own within the
Each of the feature pendant's design was The restaurant is lit through a layers of West Quay mall’s promenade.
based around a minimal lamp holder within light approach, putting lighting where it is www.enigmalighting.com
independent control of the top and bottom required, balancing light levels and contrast
Maison & Objet - PARIS
September 8 to 12th, 2017 / Hall 6 – Booth N22
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Demoiselle by Galvin
Dubai, UAE
Demoiselle by Galvin is the latest venture Downstairs the café provides a sophisticated designed and manufactured by Into Lighting.
from Michelin-starred chef’s Chris and Jeff and relaxed environment with a unique blend Frosted antique glass globes highlighting the
Galvin. The concept expands upon their of casual seating including luxurious leather beautiful bespoke finishes such as the brass
flagship restaurant located within Harrods banquettes, upholstered dining chairs and trimmed marble topped tables.
department store, London. intimate bar stools which set against an The grand staircase leading diners upstairs is
The concept behind the restaurant’s design impressive open kitchen counter offering enriched by an arresting double height panel
was inspired by a charming chateau that guests the chance to experience an avid mirror and glass display cabinet showcasing a
Chris stumbled upon on a trip to Champagne, sense of culinary theatre. A fresh palette of beautiful vintage collection of tea and coffee
France. Inside the Art Deco building he dusty pinks and hues of mint green conjure pots while the top of the stairs is dressed
discovered an ornate collection of paintings an air of understated elegance with aged with an exquisite hanging garden wall lit by
illustrating beautiful birds of paradise and mirror screens and herringbone oak flooring low-hanging lights.
decadent Parisian women adorned in a bringing a more traditional feel. www.into.co.uk
feminine pastel-hued palate. DesignLSM was Scattered across the ceiling is a stunning www.designlsm.com
tasked with making this vision a reality. array of bespoke geometric pendant lights
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Having already developed a single Director,Esther Patterson. his ethical approach to Chinese manufacture
suspension bar to work over dining tables To complement the glass pendants Esther whilst also advancing the technical aspects
and kitchen islands in particular, it was a used LED lamps from Well-Lit which has of the lamps, developing unique, discreet
natural progression for Curiousa & Curiousa developed a range of dimmable lamps and reliable drivers. For us it’s the perfect
to play with a double bar option. thatnot only look stunning but are also partnership. Every stairwell chandelier we
The double bar suspension chandelier plate ethically manufactured. design throws up its own problems - no two
supported 20 pendants, each differing “Who we work with and how we work is are the same. For the client's chandelier,
in height, form and colour to provide a incredibly important to us. We always in this project, not only was the space
stunning cascade. want to use local, UK-based craftsmen and between the bannisters tight, the ceiling
“Working with the client, we selected women wherever possible - but when it also sloped into an atrium. But solving
colours that would complement her existing isn’t, such as in LED lamp manufacturer, it’s problems is all part of the fun!” enthused
interior and artwork - especially the important to find a supplier that reflects Patterson.
treasured portraits of her children hung on our values. So we were delighted to meet www.curiousa.co.uk
the stairway leading to their bedrooms,”said Chris from Well-Lit who has won awards for
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Smetanaq House
Prague, Czech Republic
The Smetanaq house at 4 Smetanovo Bomma - a leading Czech design brands, floor ceiling of the Divadelní Street wing
nábřeží is a place where people with a with its beautiful contradiction of fragile collapsed. The original owner made the
shared interest in art, culture and design mouth-blown crystal and rope, the Shibari house safe and secure through expensive
come together. Its three floors are home pendants are the most significant eye- repairs and then sold it. At present the
to the Smetanaq Gallery as well as studios catchers of the Smetanaq Cafe & Bistro. part of the house on Smetanovo nábřeží
of young designers on the second floor On top of that, Bomma crystal pendants has been completely reconstructed. During
called ‘Bottega’ after the Italian model. In are also part of Bottega and Deelive Design the reconstruction architects Jiří Řezák and
addition there is the Deelive Design Store Store, which testifies the Smetanaq main David Wittásek from Qarta Studio dealt with
(which offers the work of some of the aim - to connect and promote the best of the insensitive interventions of previous
best Czech fashion and interior designers) Czech design. decades, removing all the plasterboard on
and Smetanaq Cafe & Bistro on the first The classical-style townhouse was built the ceilings and walls to reveal the beautiful
floor, serving quality coffee and appetizing between 1846 and 1847 and was originally palatial features of the original Burgher
desserts. It’s an excellent place for conceived as an apartment house, though house. During this process they uncovered
breakfast or to simply spend an afternoon during the course of the 20th century, remnants of the original paintwork, which
enjoying one of the most beautiful views of underwent reconstruction several times, they later incorporated into the overall
the Vltava River, Prague Castle and Petřín became an office building, which was interior design.
Hill. damaged by a huge explosion on Divadelní www.bomma.cz
The minimalistic interior of Smetanaq house Street in 2013. The blast destroyed the
is highlighted by the crystal pendants from load-bearing masonry and part of the ground
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Pullman Hotel
London, UK
The Plumen 003 can now be found the lamp reflect a soft ambient light that’s The relationship is symbiotic, for while the
beautifying the Pullman Hotel in London’s flattering to people’s faces, making it the gold elements warm the light, the light
Kings Cross as past of a large open space perfect answer for lighting restaurants and brings the facets to life by making them
that requires lighting for eating, drinking bars. sparkle like a jewel. Light is diffused and
and working while maintaining the warm, Plumen’s patented method distributes reflected within a gold chamber in order
atmospheric glow of a hotel of its stature. light exactly where it is required while to reduce glare and increase the light’s
While the spotlights illuminate tasks below, at the same time allowing delicate gold temperature. The central structure sits on
the lamps' gold facets mimic the magical elements to ‘float’ in the centre of the a specially engineered plinth, which draws
glow of candlelight, creating exquisite lamp. The design means the light of the away the heat of the LED to ensure that the
lighting in a multi-functional space. LED is warmed as it reflects off the gold 003 is every bit as efficient as it is visually
The downward spotlight serves to illuminate elements, creating a soft glow round the pleasing.
a task while gold elements at the centre of sides, flattering everything it illuminates. www.plumen.com
Diga Restaurant
Haarlem, The Netherlands
London’s Calling
London Design Festival continues to prove itself as a must-attend event for the design world. With darc
magazine once again out in force for the entirity, over the next few pages we bring you just a slice of what you
can expect from the various exhibitions and events taking place.
100% DESIGN
OLYMPIA LONDON | 20-23 SEPT
LATE NIGHT THURSDAY 21
Each year 100% Design adopts a theme, which Clerkenwell is famous for its concentration of
is reflected across its installations, features, design showrooms, studios and architectural
talks programmes and show design. For practices. During the festival local enterprises
CLERKENWELL
the 2017 edition this is ‘Elements’, which open their doors to design hungry visitors
considers everything from the fundamentals of DESIGN from all over the world. 2017 marks the fifth
design to the component parts that make up a QUARTER Clerkenwell Design Quarter including events,
product, the materials used to the stories and talks and exhibitions that will be an intoxicating
processes of development. mix of art, craft, food and science.
@100percentdesign • LATE NIGHT: Tuesday 19 September
www.clerkenwelldesignquarter.com
@ClerkenwellDQ
ISLINGTON
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What: On Reflection
What: Haunted Chandelier Where: 95 Rivington St,
Where: The Mandrake Hotel, Shoreditch High St
Tottenham Court Rd When 20-23 September 2017
When: 16-24 September 2017 Who: Lee Broom
Who: Lara Bohinc
Celebrating his tenth LDF, Lee
Inspired by the magical properties of the What: Cocktails & Robots Broom’s ‘On Reflection’ is a
Mandrake plant, the new Mandrake Hotel Where: Old Truman Brewery, Liverpool St unique installation with an all-
features a monumental gothic chandelier by When: 16-24 September 2017 black capsule collection taking
Lara Bohinc. Made of steel and jesmonite Who: Factorylux & Xicato centre stage in the showroom.
and illuminated by 30 wax candles, the Fully decorated in black and
chandelier’s grid-like design was inspired by Inspired by Delia Derbyshire, this is a sound charcoal grey, the store will
caves, stalactites and hanging gardens. and light installation in a secret corner of become a dark atmospheric
Truman Brewery that will see cocktails mixed backdrop for the reinterpreted
by a robot using audio frequencies alone. pieces. Presented in a tableau
of an interior, which will
stylistically mix Art Deco and
Bauhaus influences; visitors will
be presented with a scene where
nothing is quite what it first
appears to be.
17 – 19 October, 2017
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Decorex Preview
September 17-20 2017, London, UK
Turned in brass, then finished by hand, the Overwhelmed by the warm reception the Launching at Decorex, the modernist Lily
Cask table lamp is a timeless piece that Kelp collection received, William Brand chandelier takes its cue from grand classical
produces a warm directional light. Twin decided to experiment further and add lumieres. The innovative marriage of
arms and symmetrical shades make this new elements. The grand icicles, blown sparkling diamond cut English crystal with
industrial-inspired design an eye-catching and pulled at the same time, add a striking brass geometric arms creates a spectacular
yet practical task light. The Cask table lamp aspect to the frivolously shaped Kelp. modern centrepiece light. Handcrafted at
and its family – the pendant and wall light, Creating icicles of this quality and size the Sussex studio-workshop, custom bronze,
are a smart addition to any interior. demands rigorous experimentation. nickel and crystal are available.
www.bertfrank.co.uk www. brandvanegmond.com www. martinhuxford.com
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Designed by Michael Verheyden Lucid Sixteen small handblown glass droplets light Featured is the 7lt Fulton pendant in two
combines refined materials, including up like luminous gems. Transparent teal, tone bronze designed by Hinkley Lighting.
alabaster and painted brass, with elegant emerald and yellow ochre are mixed with Fulton’s minimalist beauty emphasises
shapes to create timeless lighting. semi opaque Canary, Lichen, Blau and White 'less is more' with vintage industrial style.
Verheyden is adept at utilising these to wonderful effect. Two droplet sizes are This clean, airy tapered cage design is
precious materials to create lighting which lit by a tiny LED lamp, discreetly positioned constructed without glass and has unique
is immensely appealing and versatile enough at the top of the light allowing the glass to square candle sleeves. Also available the
to use on different interior projects. be the star of the show. 13lt cluster chandelier and wall sconce.
www.ctolighting.co.uk www.curiousa.co.uk www.elsteadlighting.com
These Naomi Paul shades are handcrafted Table Lamp form Lutyens Contemporary has Inaho is interior lighting inspired by golden
using luxurious couture surplus yarns a turned base, which is available in Walnut ears of rice swaying in the wind. Light from
sourced from the fashion industry waste or Sycamore finishings. A lozenge shaped LEDs is cast in dots, reminiscent of paddy
stream. Each lampshade is a limited edition acrylic shade is available in a variety of rice, through perforated tubes attached to
of between one and four and each is hand colours. The desk lamp in this collection has narrow stems. Human-detection sensors,
crocheted to order by textile artisans with a a demi-cylindrical tilting shade made from embedded in the base of the installation,
deep knowledge and understanding of fibre a metalized acrylic (dark bronze for Walnut cause the stems to sway as a person passes
and form. and dark steel for Sycamore). by.
www.naomipaul.co.uk www.lutyens-contemporary.com www.tangent.uk.com
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Professional Lighting
Alexander Mankowsky Dr. Alexander Rieck
Dr. Alexander Rieck Ali Mahmoudi
Ali Mahmoudi Allan Ruberg
Allan Ruberg
Dr. Amardeep Dugar
Dr. Amardeep Dugar
Design Convention
Ana Miran Ana Miran
Andres Sanchez Andres Sanchez
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Anne Bureau Anne Bureau
Anuj Gala Anuj Gala
Barbara Bochnak Barbara Bochnak
Barbara Matusiak
Birgit Bierbaum
Carla Wilkins
01. – 04. November, 2017 Barbara Matusiak
Birgit Bierbaum
Carlijn Timmermans Carla Wilkins
www.pld-c.com
Caroline Hoffmann
Cashel Brown
Chandrashekhar Kanetkar
- shift happens - Carlijn Timmermans
Caroline Hoffmann
Cashel Brown
Christiaan Weiler Chandrashekhar Kanetkar
Christian Klinge
Christiaan Weiler
Christina Hébert
Christopher Cuttle Christian Klinge
Colin Ball Christina Hébert
Dario Maccheroni Christopher Cuttle
Dashak Agarwal Colin Ball
Dean Skira Dario Maccheroni
Deborah Burnett
Dashak Agarwal
Edwin Smida
Dr. Elke den Ouden Dean Skira
Emmanuel Clair Deborah Burnett
Emrah Baki Ulas Edwin Smida
Fanny Guerard Dr. Elke den Ouden
Francesco Iannone Emmanuel Clair
Gilberto Franco
Emrah Baki Ulas
Glenn Shrum
Gregor Gärtner Fanny Guerard
Gudjon Sigurdsson Francesco Iannone
Dr. Heli Nikunen Gilberto Franco
Henrika Pihlajaniemi Glenn Shrum
Imke Wies van Mil Gregor Gärtner
Inspired by the story of Acis and the Composed from, a cone, a sphere and a Post is based on a single, LED light source,
sea-nymph Galatea which appears in triangle. Their proportions are carefully which can be attached (alone or in
Ovid's Metamorphoses,this pendant light judged to create a harmonious formation, multiples) to one of four cylindrical steel
is comprised of handmade brass, copper with each shape delicately balanced upon armatures, designed for the table, floor,
or chome plated steel or powder coated one another. The solid glass ball appears ceiling and wall. The sources are fastened
fixture and a handblown glass globe with a to be balancing as it weighs down on with a magnetic connection, allowing them
choice of blush or smoked glass in a variety top of the ‘V’ cut base, reminiscent of to be arranged in an unlimited number of
of opacities. architectural forms. positions and orientations.
www.iacolimcallister.com www.louisjobst.com www.earnestly.org
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reminiscent of a cut glass crystal tumbler A spiral of light is formed from 24 petal- Born at the crossroads of design, technology
and just like cut crystal, each surface shaped acrylic shades, which gently cascade and craftsmanship, Asteria echoes a
reflects light slightly differently to create a through the three-storey stairwell. The design from the future, for the future.
plethora of grey tones. In addition, this grey shades are attached to fine cables, which in The lampshade incorporates built-in LED
geometric light shade has a slight texture to turn are fixed to a polished nickel double- technology in a sleek, minimalist shape
it which somehow makes it look, and feel, frame circular structure at the top of the and embodies the perfect blend of straight
more up-market. house. Gold leaf has been hand-applied to masculine lines and a graceful feminine
Available in grey, black or white. each shade. silhouette
www.dowsingandreynolds.com www.nultybespoke.co.uk www.vitacopenhagen.com
The Pine wall light is the latest in Davey Studio Italia's chandelier Random uses Basie is a vintage mid-century pendant lamp
Lighting’s Art Deco-inspired collection. melted blown glass in an unconventional that brings you a timeless design. Featuring
Cmbining handblown opal glass and hand- design, creating unique and emotional a gold plated body and a matte white shade
cast bone china and brass,it introduces a effects thanks to the use of precious this white chandelier creates a vintage
1920's flavour to Davey Lighting's timeless, materials and details. The modularity of the style that is perfect for any design project.
utilitarian style. Available in two sizes of range allows interior designers and lighting With an elegant and alluring finish it adds a
pendant, the Pine collection is rated IP44 designers to create an infinite variety of subtle elegance and classic, sophisticated
for use in bathrooms and outdoors. clusters. style to a room.
www.davey-lighting.co.uk www.studioitaliadesign.com www.delightfull.eu
A BOUTIQUE DESIGN TRADE FAIR
CREATIVE
#darcroom
A new show for lighting design
Inspired by the ‘Calumet’ sacred pipes Functioning as both ambient lighting and Decorative, but still technical, Willy is a
smoked by the indigenous tribes of North sculptural wall art, the four fully adjustable suspension luminaire from Exenia featuring
America, Tribes is a family of pendant luminaires are available in curve and cube an LED light source.
luminaries with a graphic and minimalist designs. Each fitting features a protractible Choice of beam angles and various colour
design. Equipped with two direct and base, universal gimballing and a 360º body combinations for both the body and canopy
one indirect LED spot modules, it is rotation, allowing for easy adjustments are available and it is ideal for retail,
manufactured in two versions - individual after installation to suit changing lighting hospitality and commercial applications
and the triple. scenes. looking for the wow factor.
www.tossb.com www.brightgreen.com www.exenia.eu
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Navicula is a skeletal segmented form A new addition to the Carbon Light product Megaman will show its LED Crown Silver
made out of thin curved pieces of CNC-cut family, the high-tech LED task lamp features and Brass lamps with Tom Dixon's Melt Mini
bamboo plywood clipped together with sleek, organic, minimal design. Made and Fade pendants. Delivering non-glare
nylon push clips. Navicula uses a specially in carbon fibre with a metal base, the lighting, when these lamps are fitted
designed plywood lighting bar containing a matte finish gives a natural carbon fibre around a mirror frame or used in pendants,
concealed LED strip and is intended to be appearance. The metal base is available in the light beam is well controlled and
used as a decorative sculptural light. It is custom colours and the lamp is dimmable dramatic effects can be easily achieved.
available in three sizes. with a touchless sensor switch. www.megamanlighting.com
www.davidtrubridge.com www.tokiotokio.com www.tomdixon.net
A pendant luminaire for decorative LED E27 Designed by Miguel Arruda, the Captain This circular suspension features an
lamps, available in 350 or 500mm, Carpe is Cork lamp is an extension of the designer's aluminum body and opal diffuser, with LED
produced from bonded layers of precision Inhabitable sculpture. Playful, experimental SMD source for warm and diffusive light.
cut, flame retardant recycled cardboard. design, Captain Cork from DARK is a pear Available in direct, indirect and periphera
Light passing through interstices revealed in shaped pendant lamp that uses natural cork light and two installation options - parallel
the corrugated cardboard is warmed by the allowing you to create a warm atmosphere or stayed cables, four different diameters
material and produces complex changing in sleek, modern interiors, whether on its are defined by an extra slim section, making
patterns from different angles. own or as a bigger cluster. this suspension very light and neutral.
www.li-fy.de www.dark.be www.linealight.com
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Darc Thoughts
Education will be a big part of darc room and below you will find just a handful of highlights
from the comprehensive lecture programme. For the full schedule visit www.darcroom.com
where you can also register to attend for free.
Designjunction Preview
September 21-24 2017, London, UK
#djkx
Where Desing Meets Approach
a.moon out is designed to create a Taking inspiration from Miles van der Rohe’s Made up of two parts, the K Lamp has a
dreamlike atmosphere, ideal to relax modernist Barcelona Pavilion, this design shade that acts as a diffuser and a base
outdoors after sunset under a starry sky. combines attention to detail and simplicity. which houses the lamp.
It is inspired by the moon and its infinite The shade moves through 90˚ to give Through clever design these two solid
mysteries, reproducing the luminescent an adjustable, directional light source. ceramic forms interact to create a single,
and irregular surface of the celestial body Available with a choice of either white striking silhouette. Handmade in the UK.
through the use of a special mix of resin Carrara or black Marquina marble base and It is vailable in stoneware, earthenware,
and fibers. cord to match. teracotta and black.
www.in-es.com www.johnhollingtondesign.com www.store.vitaminliving.com
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Bulk is a modern interpretation of Merging lighting design with innovative A powerful magnet in the fixture’s base lets
traditional maritime and industrial wall technology, French design icon LEXON you affix Bicoca to metal surfaces, defying
lighting. The conical face projects light will showcase the stylish ‘Terrace’ which gravity. An additional accessory allows it
out into the space whilst also creating combines an LED lamp, a Bluetooth speaker to attach to a sofa or the head of a bed to
ambient light spill onto the surface that it and a power bank.This contemporary lamp create a pleasant, relaxing atmosphere.
is mounted on. Produced in either textured and speaker also gives you the ability to The wide range of shade colours provide an
sand cast or precision milled aluminium charge all of your devices by utilising a option for any taste and any space.
finishes. recharchable power bank. Bicoca is small, manageable and versatile.
www.danielschofield.co.uk www.lexon-design.com www.marset.com
Designed by Karim Rashid, Cyborg table This opaque textured glass houses a cutting- This fixture is an adaptation of the iconic
lamp is a direct diffused light. The edge LED column of light. The lamp is 1930's Coolicon pendant; also launching is
Structure is made of cast aluminium painted designed to fit exactly in the Basalt touch the new ‘Fusion’ range of Coolicon pendant
in white, clear blue, light lime, light grey lamp unit, aligning the edges to create a lights. This new take on the classic Coolicon
and a natural aluminium colour. A white harmonious column of brass and light. pendants combines the iconic design with
opal polycarbonate diffuser and LED light The base plate contrasts seamlessly with contemporary interior trends. The shades
source with integrated, electronic drive, the textured column of brass that suspends feature a copper interior with a powder
and an on/off touch sensor are featured. the lamp above. coated outside in various colours.
www.martinelliluce.it www.talaled.com www.artifact-lighting.com
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Defrancesco redrew the lines of the light Morphe lamps are very lightweight and Viiva is inspired by the flat shape and soft,
source’s protective glass in different shades durable. The material used in their comfortable light of OLED, rejecting the
so that Bulb LMP becomes a decorative light production -paper was obtained from high-tech imagery often associated with
in its own right. This project reconsiders recycling old newspapers and ecological, glowing screens. Hanging horizontally,
and redefines an object of current certified water based glue. All these the OLED panels disappear into their own
consumption. The bulb is not only a source components, as well as the process of lamp thinness, leaving empty the slim wire
of light it is also a source of atmosphere. formation, are environmentally friendly and structure and highlighting the absence of a
A great addition to any living space. ecological. The lamps are compostable. traditional lamp.
www.renauddefrancesco.ch www.crea-re.com www.nathaliamussi.com
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