Blown Pendant by &tradition Grey

Samuel Wilkinson has designed a pendant light playing on reflection and refraction for &tradition "I wanted to explore reflection and refraction in glass, to see how it breaks up the light. I wanted to design something that really emphasised that aspect of the material," says London-based designer Samuel Wilkinson. Blown is a mouth-blown glass pendant light with a quilted pattern imprinted on the surface which enclosesthe light source. It comes in two versions: a translucent variant with a silver lustre and a sandblasted one. Both versions are finished o_ with a powder-coated metal suspension and a fabric cord. Wilkinson has previously designed the Hoof tables for &tradition, but this is the first light for the brand. "It's nice to be working with Samuel Wilkinson on a pendant light that marries traditional form with material innovation in this way," says Brand Manager Martin Kornbek Hansen. Like the Hoof tables, Blown is experimenting with a manufacturing process which combines industrial manufacture with a hand-crafted finish. While the making of Blown relies on computer-aided design (CAD), the end product is mouth-blown by highly skilled craftsmen, connecting traditional craft with innovative technology. As a standalone item, Blown holds its own in any interior. But it can also be arranged in clusters, giving it the appearance of a spectacular glass chandelier. Blown's versatility makes it ideal for hotels, bars, and homes alike.