Plisei Launches Selene Lighting Collection by Architect Guadalupe García Traverso
Guadalupe García Traverso, an architect from Argentina, has introduced a new collection named Selene under her lighting brand Plisei. This series draws inspiration from the moon's serene allure and gravitational pull, examining how pleated surfaces interact with light. Selene incorporates an external light source that accentuates the texture of the paper and its dynamic shadows. The adjustable shade modifies the light's angle, resulting in diverse patterns of light and shadow. A metallic circle positioned at the center simulates a small eclipse, reinforcing the lunar concept. Crafted from 75-gram Tyvek paper and a cylindrical iron structure coated in oven paint, Selene is offered as a table lamp, wall sconce, and pendant, all handmade in Argentina, blending design, color, and craftsmanship.
Key facts
- Plisei is an Argentine lighting brand created by architect Guadalupe García Traverso.
- The new collection is named Selene and explores the relationship between a pleated surface and projected light.
- The light source is positioned outside the shade, so light strikes the surface rather than passing through it.
- The shade is movable, allowing different light and shadow combinations by changing its orientation.
- A metallic circle at the center of the shade creates a small eclipse effect, reinforcing the lunar reference.
- The shade is made of 75-gram Tyvek paper, pleated entirely by hand, with a cylindrical oven-painted iron structure.
- Selene is available in three formats: table lamp (two sizes), wall sconce, and pendant.
- The collection is designed and handcrafted in Argentina.
Entities
Artists
- Guadalupe García Traverso
Institutions
- Plisei
Locations
- Argentina
Sources
- ARQA —