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'''Caviar Sconces''' are sculptural lighting fixtures. They have a body made of small steel particles that resemble caviar. An illuminated lens is affixed to the face and and creates a viewing portal which both magnifies and bends the light to create streaks of color. | '''Caviar Sconces''' are sculptural lighting fixtures. They have a body made of small steel particles and epoxy that resemble caviar. An illuminated lens is affixed to the face and and creates a viewing portal which both magnifies and bends the light to create streaks of color. | ||
This design is emblematic of [[Chen Chen & Kai Williams]]'s design philosophy. The loose and ornate composition of the "caviar" is uniquely produced via the process. However on the | <youtube width="400" height="240">8uLSkgByupU</youtube> | ||
This design is emblematic of [[Chen Chen & Kai Williams]]'s design philosophy of combining common materials to create new forms. The loose and ornate composition of the "caviar" is uniquely produced via the process of spreading the steel shot and epoxy mix. However on the reverse side of the same part is a technically molded form which serves a utilitarian purpose of housing all the electrical components. This shows the duality of one material. The lens further produces an phenomenological occurrence that introduces an illusion of movement within a still object by bending the light in a way that shifts as the viewer moves around. | |||
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File:CK-Caviar_Sconce_S.jpg|Silver, edition of 20 | File:CK-Caviar_Sconce_S.jpg|Silver, edition of 20 | ||
File:SN-CAV_SIL_07.jpg| Silver, edition of 20 | File:SN-CAV_SIL_07.jpg| Silver, edition of 20 | ||
File:CK-Caviar_Sand_01.jpg | Sand prototype | |||
File:CK-Caviar_Sand_02.jpg | Sand close up | |||
{...} | {...} | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
2018 Design Miami | |||
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File:CK-Caviar_Pyrite_01.jpg | Pyrite | |||
File:CK-Caviar_Pyrite_02.jpg | Pyrite close up | |||
File:CK-Caviar_Stud_Brass_01.jpg | Studded Brass | |||
File:CK-Caviar_Stud_Brass_02.jpg | Studded Brass close up | |||
File:CK-Caviar_Stud_Pyrite_01.jpg | Studded Pyrite | |||
File:CK-Caviar_Stud_Pyrite_02.jpg | Studded Pyrite close up | |||
File:CK-Caviar_Stud_Quartz_01.jpg | Studded Quartz (white and purple / amethyst) | |||
File:CK-Caviar_Stud_Quartz_02.jpg | Studded Quarts close up | |||
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</gallery> | |||
==Shows and Fairs== | |||
2016 – Design Miami, Patrick Parrish Gallery, Booth G18, Miami, FL, USA | |||
2017 – FOG Design + Art, Patrick Parrish Gallery, Booth 307, San Francisco, CA, USA | |||
2017 – Spazio Nobile “Crystalized”, Brussels, Belgium | |||
2018 – Collectible Design Fair. Spazio Nobile “Phantasmagoria”, Brussels, Belgium | |||
2018 – Design Miami, The Future Perfect, Booth G35, Miami, FL, USA | |||
==Production== | ==Production== | ||
<youtube width="400" height="240">vPLFzl7EHuw</youtube> | |||
The sconce body is made up of [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Steel_abrasive steel abrasive] that is mixed with [https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Epoxy epoxy] to create a paste like mix. This mix is poured into a 1 part silicone mold with an open top surface. This open surface allows for unique compositions to be formed as the mix is deposited. | |||
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CAV_1937.jpg|MDF positives for making silicone mold | |||
CAV_0184.jpg|Mold being filled | |||
CK-SteelShot1.jpg|Material test | |||
CK-SteelShot2.jpg|Material test | |||
CK-SteelShot3.jpg|Material test | |||
{...} | {...} | ||
</gallery> | </gallery> | ||
==Versions== | ==Versions== | ||
'''Version 1''' was debuted by Patrick Parrish Gallery at Design Miami 2016. This version has a body that appears the same as the Version 2 from the front. The main difference is the configuration of the mounting hardware and cleating system. The tripod fixture that holds the illuminated glass lens is painted steel. Five units of a silver edition for Spazio Nobile also have the Version 1 configuration. | |||
'''Version 1''' was debuted by Patrick Parrish Gallery at Design Miami 2016. This version has a body that appears the same as the | |||
'''Version 2''' was developed in spring 2017 to improve production and ease of mounting. The internal cavity was expanded and mounting cleat system was improved. In spring of 2018 the tripod fixture was changed to anodized aluminum. Logo plate and signature were moved from the inside cavity to the back plate. | '''Version 2''' was developed in spring 2017 to improve production and ease of mounting. The internal cavity was expanded and mounting cleat system was improved. In spring of 2018 the tripod fixture was changed to anodized aluminum. Logo plate and signature were moved from the inside cavity to the back plate. | ||
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File:SN-CAV_SIL_38.jpg|Version 1 back side | |||
File:CAV_9736.jpg|Version 2 back side | |||
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Latest revision as of 18:25, 18 September 2019
| Design Year: | 2016 |
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| Materials: | Glass, aluminum, steel, LED components |
| Manufacturer: | Studio Produced |
Caviar Sconces are sculptural lighting fixtures. They have a body made of small steel particles and epoxy that resemble caviar. An illuminated lens is affixed to the face and and creates a viewing portal which both magnifies and bends the light to create streaks of color.
This design is emblematic of Chen Chen & Kai Williams's design philosophy of combining common materials to create new forms. The loose and ornate composition of the "caviar" is uniquely produced via the process of spreading the steel shot and epoxy mix. However on the reverse side of the same part is a technically molded form which serves a utilitarian purpose of housing all the electrical components. This shows the duality of one material. The lens further produces an phenomenological occurrence that introduces an illusion of movement within a still object by bending the light in a way that shifts as the viewer moves around.
Proof of concept test
Caviar Planet prototype
Caviar Planet prototype
Silver, edition of 20
Silver, edition of 20
Sand prototype
Sand close up
2018 Design Miami
Pyrite
Pyrite close up
Studded Brass
Studded Brass close up
Studded Pyrite
Studded Pyrite close up
Studded Quartz (white and purple / amethyst)
Studded Quarts close up
Shows and Fairs
2016 – Design Miami, Patrick Parrish Gallery, Booth G18, Miami, FL, USA
2017 – FOG Design + Art, Patrick Parrish Gallery, Booth 307, San Francisco, CA, USA
2017 – Spazio Nobile “Crystalized”, Brussels, Belgium
2018 – Collectible Design Fair. Spazio Nobile “Phantasmagoria”, Brussels, Belgium
2018 – Design Miami, The Future Perfect, Booth G35, Miami, FL, USA
Production
The sconce body is made up of steel abrasive that is mixed with epoxy to create a paste like mix. This mix is poured into a 1 part silicone mold with an open top surface. This open surface allows for unique compositions to be formed as the mix is deposited.
MDF positives for making silicone mold
Mold being filled
Material test
Material test
Material test
Versions
Version 1 was debuted by Patrick Parrish Gallery at Design Miami 2016. This version has a body that appears the same as the Version 2 from the front. The main difference is the configuration of the mounting hardware and cleating system. The tripod fixture that holds the illuminated glass lens is painted steel. Five units of a silver edition for Spazio Nobile also have the Version 1 configuration.
Version 2 was developed in spring 2017 to improve production and ease of mounting. The internal cavity was expanded and mounting cleat system was improved. In spring of 2018 the tripod fixture was changed to anodized aluminum. Logo plate and signature were moved from the inside cavity to the back plate.
Version 1 back side
Version 2 back side
