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Reminiscent of a monochromatic marble, Aether has a clear Japanese sensibility. Designed by Tokyo-based studio Aatismo, it is beautifully simple, at least in appearance. Te diffuser is crafted using artisanal techniques in transparent borosilicate glass. Inside is a delicate handmade petal of Japanese organza. When illuminated, the natural transparency and diffusive qualities of the fabric change its shape and create nuanced effects from different angles.
Te light source is a 21W LED, mounted in an aluminium frame, projecting a downward beam to illuminate the petal so that it appears to float. Tere are two colour temperature options: 2700K and 3000K (CRI 97). Te fitting (33cm at its widest points) is also dimmable, not only reducing light level but altering the aesthetic effect.
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Aether Lumina
Launched at 2024 London Design Week, LightMass^ is a response to LEDs, say founders Yael Mer and Shay Alkalay, ‘a way to reintroduce physical form to lighting, creating sculptural structures’. Te collection includes customisable pendants, floor lamps and table lamps. A fair amount of tech lies behind the organic forms, designed to be minimal, lightweight and with low environmental impact.
Made from a durable, bio-based filament (renewable and recyclable), the intricate mesh is digitally designed in one continuous movement, drawing inspiration from the frameworks of Victorian greenhouses and the engineering of bridges.
Te pieces are fabricated through FDM (fused deposition modelling) technology, producing flat sheets that are then transformed into their final three-dimensional forms. Tis ensures greater precision and minimises material waste. Te openwork design not only adds to the aesthetic appeal but also reduces the material and weight required for production.
When not illuminated, the luminaires resemble delicate, suspended sculptures, but when switched on, the mesh surface casts intricate patterns of light and shadow. Te flexibility of the design process allows for customisation in terms of size, pattern and colour.
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LightMass^ Raw Edges
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