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#101 At this year´s Euroluce in Milan, LASVIT opens the door of Temple of Light, where unique designs unite with the mastery of glass production. #salone2015

Time Space Existence: the Future of Architecture In Venice

Until November 23, 2025, Venice is the global hub for architectural discussion with "Time Space Existence." This biennial exhibition, spearheaded by the European Cultural Centre, features projects from 52 countries, all focused on "Repairing, Regenerating, and Reusing" for a more sustainable future.

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The breathtaking interactive glass kinetic sculpture Supernova introduces the future into the present. It magically transforms itself in both time and space, responding to the viewer’s movement by changing its form

The installation is composed of clear glass elements with linear texture that creates fascinating light patterns while moving through various angles. Supernova’s overall shape pays homage to last year’s kinetic sculpture, Alice. Like Alice, Supernova invites us to look beyond the glass. Its beauty comes alive with unexpected movement and refraction of light. When exploring the universe, scientists use prismatic refraction in order to identify a supernova’s composition, temperature, pressure, density and expansion. Here, it’s up to the viewer to look through the glass and into the light, aware that this creative burst is likely to outshine its galaxy.

The Candy collection builds on the colorful universe of the Campana Brothers’ Sushi series, but explores and expresses it through glass, a material that has fascinated them since childhood. They found inspiration for this collection in the colorful candies sold in popular markets in Brazil. This initial concept was enthusiastically received by Czech glass-masters, always ready to explore new techniques and visions. The Candy collection includes Sphere chandelier, Ring chandelier and Lollipop table lamp, all conceived and produced in hand-blown glass and metal.

Polygon expresses light, glass and the glass-cutter’s art in perfect harmony. Combining the traditional shape of a hand-blown glass lampshade with the polygonal network often used in 3D modeling programs, Polygon creates a new and unusual décor with two distinct looks. In the daytime, light gently refracts from its matte surface, while at night the interior light source reveals the elegance of the design in full detail.

Droplets is inspired by nature, emotion and a unique frozen moment, this lighting sculpture reminds us of our fascination with water. It captures the perfection of the natural movement when water collects into a drop. The entire composition, as well as the individual elements and their shapes play with the magic of water, air and gravity. The harmonious density gradient highlights this instant, providing sensations of depth and motion.

Reminiscent of the late Victorian bowler hat, Hats concept combines the demand for absolute practicality with simplicity of design. Inspired by the industrial lighting and street lamps in European cities, Hats carries a subtle sense of familiarity. Its transparent colored glass topper lights the ceiling while the clear bottom is starkly utilitarian. Hats’ sections are connected by three industrial-style custom screws, paying homage to its original inspiration. Inside, a translucent light bulb softens and evenly distributes the light. Hats is the ideal designer-light for even the smallest interiors or a perfect unit to combine into groups.

With this piece Maarten Baas looked toward classic, recognizable shapes, yet with a modern and almost comic twist. Technically it’s a unique joint-venture between the classic hand-blown glass by Lasvit and the clay-covered arms by Baas and his production team from Den Herder Production House.

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Maarten Baas, DAS POP Light, LASVIT

an Plechac and Henry Wielgus, Polygon, LASVIT

HATS by deFORM, LASVIT

Campana Brothers, Candy Collection, LASVIT

Campana Brothers, Candy Collection, LASVIT

Design: Petra Krausova, Fernando e Humberto Campana, Jan Plechac and Henry Wielgus, Jan Plechac & Henry Wielgus, deFORM, Maarten Baas

14–19 aprile 2015
LASVIT
Salone del Mobile
Pad. 13, Stand E19 F12

Marble matters– exploring Carrara’s legacy

Sixteen young international architects took part in two intensive training days in Carrara, organized by FUM Academy and YACademy, featuring visits to the marble quarries and a design workshop focused on the use of the material.

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Lasvit

#101 At this year´s Euroluce in Milan, LASVIT opens the door of Temple of Light, where unique designs unite with the mastery of glass production. #salone2015

Time Space Existence: the Future of Architecture In Venice

Marble matters– exploring Carrara’s legacy

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