Maison Cédrat's Aura Lamps Blend Clay and Handcrafted Washi Paper
Maison Cédrat's designers, Pierre Samouilla and Alix Lalucaa, have introduced Aura, a trio of lighting fixtures that merge clay with washi paper. Drawing inspiration from the Mediterranean scenery of southern France, the collection features Lumia, a sizable table lamp; Écla, a compact lamp with a sculptural design; and Nova, a pendant lamp resembling a cloud. Each item is handcrafted in France, utilizing natural materials and traditional craftsmanship, showcasing clay bases in diverse finishes alongside adjustable washi paper components. This collection adapts its ambiance from day to night. The lamps were photographed at Maison Makeba, highlighting various clay finishes. A YouTube video titled 'Lumia - Collection Aura - Maison Cédrat,' edited by Iñaki Laguardia, documents the collection and was published on designboom.
Key facts
- Maison Cédrat launched the Aura lighting collection designed by Pierre Samouilla and Alix Lalucaa.
- The collection includes three luminaires: Lumia, Écla, and Nova.
- Lamps combine handcrafted washi paper with clay components in raw clay, terracotta, and black finishes.
- All pieces are handmade in France using natural materials and traditional techniques.
- The design is inspired by Mediterranean landscapes, architecture, and sunsets.
- Adjustable paper elements allow users to redirect light and change the atmosphere.
- Both designers were raised in Occitanie and trained in product, textile, and applied arts.
- The collection was photographed at Maison Makeba and published via designboom's DIY submissions feature, edited by Iñaki Laguardia.
Entities
Artists
- Pierre Samouilla
- Alix Lalucaa
- Iñaki Laguardia
Institutions
- Maison Cédrat
- designboom
Locations
- France
- southern France
- Mediterranean
- Occitanie
- Maison Makeba