17 December 2006
The Giacomo Driftwood lamp by Zia Priven Designs uses a painstaking technique to be produced. I used to turn bowls as a hobby, so I’ve seen this technique before, and I think this lamp is produced the same way. First, a box is made in the general form of the lamp base. Next, the form is tightly packed with randomly placed, narrow tree branches to form a lattice. Then, a plastic epoxy is poured into the form to make a solid block of stuff. The block is then put on a lathe and carved into the final shape. The last step is drilling out the insides to place the power cord. I find the effect dramatic, and knowing all the hard work and craftsmanship involved helps me really appreciate the surface of the lamp. Fortunately, the form is quite attractive as well.
Object: Giacomo Driftwood Lamp
Designer: Zia-Priven Designs
URL: www.ziapriven.com
Price: Contact Designer
Lust Factor: Warm
Categories: Lighting | Lust Factor: Warm | Wood
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