Pistacho is a set of pendant lamps consisting of two scaled modules of the same type that play with the concepts of repetition, layering and piercing. Their purpose is to spread light and illuminate through the opening at the bottom, while setting a mood atmosphere with the light shining through the slit on the side. Every angle offers a different view inspired by how drapes are sculpted by gravity. Responding to the size and use of the space they can be combined as a single, pairs or clusters. These grouping gives them a new character as they reveal light onto one another.
Visual depth can be created through different means when developing form. My interest is in layering materials or changing its direction in space through minimum gestures like pinching, piercing or pressing. I later discovered that a new character could be given to a surface if light was dropped onto it. I wanted to generate contrast between surfaces not only through form but also through light reflection.
Initial form exploration was done with 2mm sheet of zippy foam. The goal, to create as many variations as possible from square, circular and free form templates. We had to understand and be aware of the technique we used to create each cell. These would be the base of following explorations where we aimed to develop other surfaces with different array configurations. Successful pieces were kept for further development and exploration.
Based on selected sketch models, product ideas were sketched. Knowing that I wanted to work with light, I started to graphically develop the forms that I intuitively had obtained from the initial exploration with zippy foam sheet.
Intended for those spaces at home where we like to entertain our guests during events like a birthday party, a potluck, or even a tea party. From the entrance hall, to the living room, to the kitchen and dining room, their purpose will be to set the mood and create an atmosphere.
