Ferréol Babin Stacks Geometric Shapes for "Polyshape" Lamp
The designs, which come in table top and floor lamp forms, are crafted with function in mind.
Both versions feature a dimmable LED reading light, which is turned up and down via a satisfying spherical switch on the base. On the floor lamp, this is also used to control a light source on the top of the structure, which emits a diffused glow.
Polyshape has been handcrafted from metal, and comes in four colors: grey, blue, red, and green. From a visual standpoint, the lines are clean and precise – something which sets the design apart from Babin's typical work, which sees him create hand-carved wooden objects.
According to the brand, the inspiration for the form came from the idea of stacking different geometric shapes – 'from its supporting cylindrical base to its rectangular stem and head'.
The work has been produced as part of Cassina's Patronage programme, which looks to nurture young talent in a meaningful and practical way. 'At Cassina, we have created the Patronage program to identify one or two young designers per year to whom we give the opportunity not only to design a piece for us but also to exhibit it in a show or project which we then promote on the world stage,' said creative director Patricia Urquiola in aninterviewwith digital publication Wakapedia.
Take a closer look at the Polyshape lamp in the gallery above, and head to theCassina websiteto find out more.
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