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Ever wonder how furniture makers get stiff, sturdy wood to adopt the kinds of elegant curves you see in chairs, pianos and even the shingles that adorn dome-shaped structures? Sometimes it’s soaked, and sometimes it’s steamed. Steam bending is an ancient art that uses heat and moisture insid ...
The Urchin Pendant Light is inspired by the empty shells of the Sea Urchin 'Echinus esculentus', a creature who inhabits the Cornish coast line. Designed to completely conceal the bulb, the spherical form of this wooden pendant light is made up from steam-bent strips of sustainably sourced wood and held by laser cut birch plates. The formation of the strips carefully conceals the light bulb whilst creating a beautiful lighting effect. Growing up surrounded by the natural beauty of Exmoor…
Shop Pendant and Hanging Lighting at John Lewis & Partners. Our range of pendant Lighting includes several brands and offers you many styles to choose from.
A smaller version of Tom Raffield's striking Butterfly pendant, The Skipper features a minimalist design, appealing to those who are looking for an understated look. The shade incorporates the brand's signature steam bent design in stunning oak; ash; or walnut and is finished with a non-toxic varnish. Its petal-like shapes take form to allow light to intercept and cast shadows across your room. The quality and aesthetic of the wood remains at the helm in accordance with Scandinvian design…
Mizzi Studio used sustainable materials like wood and traditional craft techniques, together with state-of-the-art manufacturing methods, to create a modern park kiosk.
An exposed grey flex traces a proud line, base to tip. From its signature curve to its filament bulb, the Mooring Lighting Range captures the barefaced beauty of tidal landscapes. Handcrafted in sustainably sourced solid oak, the Mooring's steam bent curve arches from its oak base, while its prominent flex tethers it home. A naked bulb haloes out light, bright and striking in the dark, perfectly positioned for illuminating a side table or desk. Juxtaposing traditional techniques with an…
Where do we source our wood? Why ash, oak and walnut? We've caught up with our founder Tom to discuss our favourite natural material that's central to our product range.
