The First Light Collection is Inspired by Old Hand Tools
Vasiliki Marapas — September 5, 2014 — Art & Design
References: anothercountry & dezeen
British design brand Another Country has partnered with Dana Cannam, a Canadian designer, to create the First Light Collection. Comprised of a pendant, table and floor lamp, the collection will be displayed at the Maison & Objet trade fair.
No matter its configuration, each lamp features a ceramic, cylindrical shade, available in black, terracotta or natural. Each of the shades are molded by hand, and the machined metal accouterments are hand-brazed after the fact. The colors and materials work together to create a sense of warmth.
Cannam was inspired by mid-century hand tools, most specifically an old speed handle she keeps in her studio. The line stays true to her clean, minimalist aesthetic, while continuing to demand a certain level of engagement from the user.
No matter its configuration, each lamp features a ceramic, cylindrical shade, available in black, terracotta or natural. Each of the shades are molded by hand, and the machined metal accouterments are hand-brazed after the fact. The colors and materials work together to create a sense of warmth.
Cannam was inspired by mid-century hand tools, most specifically an old speed handle she keeps in her studio. The line stays true to her clean, minimalist aesthetic, while continuing to demand a certain level of engagement from the user.
Trend Themes
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Vintage-inspired Lighting — Designers are experimenting with vintage tool-inspired lighting to create a sense of warmth and nostalgia in modern spaces.
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Hand-crafted Accouterments — Hand-brazed metal details are becoming more popular in design, creating unique, one-of-a-kind products.
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Minimalist Aesthetics — Clean and simple designs are continuing to gain traction in the world of home decor and lighting.
Industry Implications
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Interior Design — Designers and manufacturers can incorporate vintage tool-inspired lighting into their product lines for a unique, warm look.
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Home Decor — Vintage-inspired lighting can be marketed to homeowners who want to add a sense of nostalgia and personality to their living spaces.
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Handmade Crafts — Hand-brazing metal details offers opportunities for manufacturing or selling unique, one-of-a-kind products in the handmade crafts industry.
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