Marten Herma Anderson Unveils Resin Lamps Inspired by Childhood Candy Memories

Architectural and furniture designer Marten Herma Anderson has introduced a new collection of lighting pieces that draw inspiration from childhood recollections involving melted candy. The series transforms a personal memory of confectionery melting on a light bulb into a formal exploration of materials and light. Anderson employs resin infused with pigments to create shades that mimic the appearance of softened sweets, capturing translucent colors and fluid forms. Each lamp combines these resin shades with ceramic bases that have been treated with wax, establishing a visual dialogue between soft, glowing elements and solid, earthy foundations. The designer cites a long-standing interest in how light interacts with translucent materials, referencing everyday objects like ice cream wrappers and gummy bears. When illuminated, the lamps produce atmospheric effects, with light diffusing through the resin to highlight embedded details such as mesh patterns, air bubbles, and colored seams. Anderson describes the project as an extension of personal habits and memories, noting an early experiment where he placed a gummy bat on a bulb to observe its melting. The work represents a refined iteration of that playful investigation, balancing spontaneous aesthetics with controlled fabrication techniques. Photography for the project is credited to Ragnar Schmuck and Ina Heuer.