Silk-adorned lanterns radiate a comforting, soft light by Workstead
Introducing the Lantern Lighting Collection by Workstead
Workstead, a renowned Brooklyn-based interior and lighting design studio, has unveiled a new addition to their portfolio - the Lantern lighting collection. This handcrafted range, produced in the American South, showcases American craftsmanship, material richness, and an elevated scale.
The Lantern collection features pendant lamps with spherical shades made of hand-tailored Dupioni raw silk, crafted by Virginia artisans. Each piece in the collection exudes a benevolent majesty, turning functional lighting into art objects.
The design is a celebration of scale and material, expertly constructed by a family-run workshop. The silk shades give each fixture a luxurious, "haute couture" feel, wrapping light in this fine silk fabric. The result is a collection that is both functional and sensorial in its light diffusion.
The pendant lamps in the Lantern collection are hand-finished with brass fittings in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. Each seam along the shade is intentional, creating structure, softness, and silhouette. The interior of the pendant lamps is fully lined, allowing light to diffuse through in a warm, even glow.
Beyond the pendant lamps, the Lantern collection also includes a small pendant option and a wall sconce, each developing the design's gentle forms in new practical directions.
Regarding pricing, the Lantern collection is positioned as a luxury lighting collection, with the 36-inch pendant lamp priced at $12,420. Given the high craftsmanship, bespoke materials, and artisan production in the American South, it is expected to reflect a premium price point, similar to other bespoke lighting fixtures.
In summary, the Lantern collection is a testament to American craftsmanship, merging the worlds of fashion craftsmanship (silk tailoring) and architectural lighting design to create unique design objects. The collection, handmade in the American south by a third-generation, family-run workshop, offers a sculptural, otherworldly presence that transforms ceilings into art spaces.
The Lantern Lighting Collection by Workstead, with its celebration of scale and material, acts as a blend between American craftsmanship and high-end interior-design, thereby enhancing one's home-and-garden lifestyle with its exquisite and sensorial pendant lamps. With its handcrafted Dupioni raw silk shades and luxurious feel, this collection redefines lighting as both functional and aesthetic, seamlessly integrating into one's lifestyle and lifestyle decor.
