Divine inspiration. Heavenly handiwork.
“ The basis of this design was the marriage of two pure and simple silhouettes. The sculptural interior architecture highlights the interplay of light and shadow. ”
Inspiration.
Inspired by the Romanesque depiction of a halo, the two elements of the Celeste Sconce (bulb & shade) represent a mother’s enveloping embrace of her child.
Early form studies.
Refining proportions.
Engineering.
After hours of testing and iterating with 3D printed and polyurethane tools, the final solution was achieved. This solution came in the form of an angled shade with an overhang that hides all the bulb fastenings from any vantage point.
Material magic.
The Celeste Sconce’s shade is fabricated from porous sand-cast metal, specifically brass, bronze, or aluminum. Dating back to 704 BC, sand-casting offers a random and natural finish that carries the story of the hands that made it. Over the years the casting will begin to form a stunning natural patina.
