Reflection
The pieces in this collection were developed over several years, sometimes with longer breaks in between. As a body of work, Reflection is thus more eclectic than the recent Elements collection, which was, to some degree, developed in parallel.
Elements is the result of a specific design brief, developed and imposed on ourselves. It is centered around the strict framework of the archetypical light consisting of a base, stem and illuminating element. This rigorous brief allowed for an in depth exploration and innovation of specific elements within each light and extensive analysis of color concepts.
Reflection on the other hand, was developed more freely, as independent projects or ideas, and to some degree also as an intentional counterpoint to the restraints of Elements.
We enjoyed the conscious focus Elements provided; at the same time, we are also drawn to a more unconscious and lyrical approach, which we explored in the pieces comprising Reflection.
Imposing limits thus not only led to Elements, but also developed in us a newfound curiosity in working with a more figurative and decorative language.
While Elements focused on specific color concepts, in Reflection brass and silver, with various degrees of reflectiveness, sometimes paired with one color, play a central role.
In the 2019 text Hormé, we outlined one of our central design concepts, that of heterogeneity of moods. Objects create specific moods and we believe that spaces are enriched by objects creating a multiplicity of auras.
While each object and its aura must be carefully designed to be perfect in its own character, the combination of different such objects results in a deeper, more complex and more engaging surrounding.
The work presented in Reflection is the result of this thought and design process.
FAN
The Fan light is an expressive and imposing light, its wide span crosses the space with strong, defined lines. It is figurative and abstract at the same time thus creating an aire of both familiarity and estrangement.
LINE OF TREES - LANDSCAPE - LEAVES
The Line of trees, Landscape and Leaves are figurative works which evoke pieces of nature.
Line of trees draws on architectural models, depicting a promenade lined by trees.
Landscape is reminiscent of soft hills glowing at dawn.
Leaves is very figurative with its brass leaves, yet at the same time controlled through the strict arrangement along a circular path.
SIX TUBES - SALZBURG - TULIP
The topic of symmetry and the archaic is further explored in lights such as the Salzburg wall lights, the Six tubes ceiling light or the Tulip family.
Six tubes, similar to the Leaves lights, is organized through vertical elements arranged in a circular shape.
Salzburg wall lights are symmetric along a central line, giving a certain importance to the object it frames.
Tulip family is based on the simple and archaic shape of an arch. It exists as a single element, or in a group of three, five or nine arches. The multiple arches are placed in a symmetrical arrangement.
SWAN - SPIRAL - DAWN - CURVES
The Swan, Spiral, Dawn and Curves is a series of lights designed by Alberto Gaiotto. Nature is interpreted in a playful, light manner in these pieces.
The installation in Alcova showcases several glass screens by designer Lidia Covello for Omnidecor. Two consoles designed by Areti also showcase different types of Omnidecor mirror glass.