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A study in ergonomics, this bottle opener seeks to express a simplicity of form with a maximum understanding of function. What at a glance seems like little more than a wooden block with a nail in it turns out to have impeccably considered detail and various functionality.

CHURCH CHANDELIER

The Church Chandelier utilizes a three-part axis of symmetry to provide welcome visual intrigue to rectilinear spaces.

CHURCH CHANDELIER

Visually light, the Church Chandelier expands out in all directions.

CHURCH CHANDELIER

Exposed globe bulbs are held by spun aluminum sockets which are in turn cradled and connected to rods by carefully considered machined collars.

CHURCH 4 ARM PENDANT

Exposed globes push light up and out.

CHURCH 4 ARM PENDANT

An octagonal block connects the angled steel arms to create a plus-sign silhouette from below.

CHURCH 4 ARM PENDANT

The Church 4 Arm Pendant can be hung to align dramatically with existing architecture.

CHURCH 3 ARM PENDANT

Arms extend equally in all directions for a 34" footprint.

CHURCH 3 ARM PENDANT

A small triangular block holds the steel arms in compression, while the cloth-covered cord works in tension.

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LONG HOOD CHANDELIER

Compound mitered lap joints are hand cut in our studio to create the triangulated armature.

LONG HOOD CHANDELIER

Matte white polyethylene shades are attached to vertical oak spines with nylon bolts, and a brass wiring hub finishes the piece for a sophisticated and modern look.

LONG HOOD CHANDELIER

An asymmetrical wooden frame, available in a White Oak or Walnut, gives the Long Hood Chandelier a dynamic impression from every angle.

HOOD PENDANT

The armature is suspended by a three-part wiring harness that radiates from a brass wiring hub.

HOOD PENDANT

Simple bent shades of matte white polyethylene. fastened to the spines with nylon bolts, softly emanate light.

HOOD PENDANT

Smaller in scale, the Hood Pendant maintains a sculptural presence while solving for tighter spaces.

HOOD PENDANT

The pendant features a hand joined triangular interlocking armature of white oak or walnut.

HOOD CHANDELIER

With an equal number of upper and lower arms, this fixture is right at home above round tables or hung high as a sculptural centerpiece to a room.

HOOD CHANDELIER

The Hood Chandelier features a three-part axis of symmetry that gives it an ever-changing look.

HOOD CHANDELIER

Six curved polyethylene shades undulate in height around the wooden frame, casting a warm and diffused light.

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Throughout August of 2015, Studio members, friends, and family all worked to build a small tea house on a remote island off the coast of Maine. The tea house would sit adjacent to an old ice pond, and must be build to withstand the harsh winter climates of rural Maine.

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GRAIN DRUM

Using a method similar to how drums are made, we cut one long board of maple into pie shaped wedges to create the hollow mold for our larger Grain Drums.

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TEAHOUSE

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GRAIND DRUM PROCESS

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CORD CHANDELIER

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THE MAKING OF MIRROR, MIRROR

Mirror, Mirror

Production and prototyping took place in our Studio shop. Physical prototyping is an important part of our approach, and allows the inherent properties of each material to inform the finished product. Watch as Hannah connects the dots between the machines - from the drill press to the jump shear - to create our mirror, which relies on every part to create a coherent, balanced whole.

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GRAIN DRUM

Come behind the scenes to see the many skillful hands that help us create our Grain Drums, and peek into the magic of metal spinning.

Watch the whole film here.

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OAK BEAM PENDANT

The Beam Pendant is inspired by linear manufacturing and driven by the need for efficient, beautiful light

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In Opal, Beam provides a warm, refracted light.

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INTRODUCING BEAM

We're excited to share our newest fixture, the Beam Pendant, our take on the classic typology of shop lamps. With the advent of new technology, fluorescent tubes have been replaced by thin strips of high efficiency LEDs. Using those arrays as our jumping off point, we explored linear manufacturing processes to arrive at our material palette of plywood, extruded aluminum and rolled acrylic. We join and shape these materials into a fixture with angled sides and rounded ends that imply movement and directionality, not simply an elongated rectangle, but a bold graphic line floating in space.

Available in 46” and 84” lengths and two finish options, Beam is equally at home in a dining room or a conference suite, and answers the need for a linear fixture that inspires. Learn more and pre-order here. 

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DOUBLE CHURCH CHANDELIER

During the summer, the structure opens to face the pond. With a large open face and a retractable roof, the structure has the ability to open itself up the pleasant island atmosphere. To avoid pest problems, an optional zipper-up screen can be put in place.

During the winter, the roof is closed and a flat packed plywood skin is taken from under the foundation platform and “wrapped” around the walls of the tea house to protect the interior from the extreme Northern climate. A large reclaimed barn window illuminates the tea house from the back side. The beautiful pane was actually found on sight and incoporated into the design on the fly.

GRAIN PENDANT

The aluminum shade of our Grain Pendants is formed over a wooden mold that has been sandblasted to raise the wood grain. Through the metal spinning process, real wood grain is impressed on the finished pendant, creating a shade that is both organic in feel and modern in look.

GRAIN BARREL

Simple in shape and visually light, the Grain Barrel’s sides reflect and illuminate the vertical wood grain pattern imparted on the shade during spinning.

GRAIN SCONCE

A flexible and customizable option, our Grain Sconces allow Grain Pendants and Barrels to be turned into wall mounted fixtures.

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HOOD SCONCE

The Hood Sconce features a single shade of white polyethylene which is bent and bolted to a wooden spine.

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FLOAT PENDANT

Available in single, double or triple versions, Float Pendants come complete with canopies and hooks that allow for custom cluster arrangements.

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BRENDAN RAVENHILL

During childhood years in Cote d’Ivoire and summers in coastal Maine, Brendan fell in love with the functional beauty of working tools and wooden boats. His father curated a show called the Art of the Personal Object at the Smithsonian when he was a kid. Brendan received a Sculpture degree from Oberlin College in 2001 and a Masters in Industrial Design from RISD in 2009. He loves taking tours of factories and the smell of cedar shavings.

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Located in a maple grove, the design of the Teahouse draws inspiration from the vernacular architecture of sugar shacks used to boil down maple syrup, and the sky spaces of artist James Turrell. 

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DOUBLE CORD CHANDELIER

LONG CORD CHANDELIER

CORD SCONCE

CORD PENDANT

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ADA 17

A streamlined solution for vanity lighting, the Ada Sconce 17 provides a warm wall-washing light.

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ADA 25

Our largest version, the Ada Sconce 25 is equally at home placed vertically alongside the front door or casting a wall-washing light over a vanity mirror.

We were approached by Warby Parker with a unique prompt: to transform the hand mirror. A design initiative meant to reimagine this classic typology; material and fabrication were up to us, the only constraint being that the mirror remain functional and lightweight enough for everyday use.

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We sought to make a piece that was both useful in the hand and interesting on the table, and honored our practice of creating conversation around material and process. 

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The mirrors are being put to the test in Warby Parker’s New York and Los Angeles stores through November 11th, and will be auctioned off to support Free Arts, which offers free arts education to underserved kids and teens in both cities. Visit our mirror in person or bid on it via Paddle8.

The Beam Pendant is inspired by linear manufacturing and driven by the need for efficient, beautiful light.

OAK BEAM PENDANT

The classic typology of fluorescent shop lamps informs the shape and utility of our Beam Pendant.

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Working from drawings artisans in Ouagadougou Burkina Faso sculpt original beeswax positives of the lamp.

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Artisans in Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso work from drawings to sculpt original beeswax positives of the lamp.

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Working from drawings artisans in Ouagadougou Burkina Faso sculpt original beeswax positives of the lamp.

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Working from drawings artisans in Ouagadougou Burkina Faso sculpt original beeswax positives of the lamp.

The Beam Pendant is inspired by linear manufacturing and driven by the need for efficient, beautiful light.

OAK BEAM PENDANT

The classic typology of fluorescent shop lamps informs the shape and utility of our Beam Pendant.

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The Beam Pendant is inspired by linear manufacturing and driven by the need for efficient, beautiful light.

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A standing bar anchors the space and serves a central gathering place  that welcomes guests inside while they’re waiting for their table.

Photo by Wonho Frank Lee

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BST x BRS

During the early days of quarantine we collaborated with dear friends Block Shop Textiles to cover our lamps in their gorgeous fabric.

ECHO LAMP

Meet the Echo Lamp, a piece we created in partnership with Maison Integre for Wallpaper* Handmade. Our response to this year's theme of Love, two cast bronze shells relate to each other to create this lamp; one a light source and the other a reflector, which can move and dance around each other. Each cast shell by itself does a poor job of illumination: alone the reflector would sit dark, while the light source alone would cast a harsh direct light.

Together, the two pieces engage in a beautiful formation that emanates light. Echo is metaphor for our human relationships and how love is best understood when projected and reflected upon others. Get in touch with Maison Integre to snag one for yourself. 

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GRAIN BARREL

The shade is formed using a maple tool that features vertical wood grain and references the construction of traditional  wooden barrels.

GRAIN SCONCE

Utilizing a swing arm and a customizable drop height, Grain Sconces can be manipulated to suit any variety of conditions.

GRAIN PENDANT

A versatile size and typology, the Grain Pendant is available in 13”, 16”, and 18” sizes.

GRAIN DRUM

The Grain Drum is available in 14", 25", and 33" iterations.

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During the summer, the structure opens to face the pond. 

HOOD SCONCE

Right at home in an entryway or reading nook, the sconce provides a subtle glow.

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Float Pendant

A cloth covered electrical cord provides power for the pendants while the angle of suspension can be adjusted by moving the knotted rope along the cloth cord.

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LONG CORD CHANDELIER

CORD SCONCE

CORD PENDANT

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ADA 17

Revisiting the classic typology of folded sheet metal lamps, we created a sconce that pays homage to Perriand while answering contemporary needs including ADA compliance and wet rating.

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ADA 25

Fully wet rated, the modern sheet metal construction of Ada is a dynamic counterpoint to natural textures and materials outdoors.

We started exploring materials that had reflective properties and were drawn to folded sheet metal for its thinness and for the beauty and structure that can be created through its folds.

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We started exploring materials that had reflective properties and were drawn to folded sheet metal for its thinness and for the beauty and structure that can be created through its folds.

In Opal, Beam provides a warm, refracted light.

In Oak, the opaque shades direct and bounce light downwards.

PHOEBE STOCKMAN

Phoebe grew up with her three sisters on a farm in New Jersey, which instilled in her a deep appreciation for nature, open spaces and horses.  She's passionate about the intersection of business and design and earned her MBA from the Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth in 2018.  She loves a good road trip through the American West.  

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The wax positives are then fitted with wax pour sprues and encased in a mixture of clay, horse dung and metal wire to create the casting shell.

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The wax positives are fitted with wax pour sprues and encased in a mixture of clay, horse dung and metal wire to create the casting shell.

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The wax positives are then fitted with wax pour sprues and encased in a mixture of clay, horse dung and metal wire to create the casting shell.

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In Oak, the opaque shades direct and bounce light downwards.

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In Opal, Beam provides a warm, refracted light.

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Inspired by the teak walls at the Salk Institute, we repeated a rhythm and texture throughout the space by using white oak flooring arranged in a quilted pattern on the vertical surfaces of the banquets and bar.

Photo by Susan Pickering

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Making use of our discontinued lighting parts and their hand block printed scarves we created a limited edition run of our plug in Hood Lamp.

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A pair of Grain Pendant 18s is well suited for hallways and longer narrow spaces.

GRAIN BARREL

An illuminated glass socket suspends the pendant and provides a subtle upward highlight.

GRAIN SCONCE

The glass socket is illuminated by a silver tip bulb to provide a subtle upward highlight.

GRAIN DRUM

The Grain Drum 33 is the largest of our drum fixtures and pushes the form to the greatest size possible from standard spinning blanks.

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HOOD SCONCE

The sconce is available with a White or Brass wall plate. 

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Float Pendant

Cylinders of borosilicate glass are joined by expert glass blowers to create an internal optic and exterior shade.

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DARCY ISEMAN

Darcy’s fondest memories growing up in the Midwest involve trips to flea markets and antique shops. She believes the history behind objects and materials is intrinsic to the language of design. After receiving a BS in Interior Design from OSU, she connected with friends in LA where she discovered the importance culture has on creativity. When she’s not working, you’ll find her shopping for plants or diving into a new DIY home project.

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DOUBLE CORD CHANDELIER

LONG CORD CHANDELIER

CORD SCONCE

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ADA 17

With the option to install vertically beside a focal point or horizontally above it, Ada complements its setting rather than distracting from it.

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ADA 25 

“Architecture is an ebb and flow between interior and exterior—a round-trip.”

 - Charlotte Perriand

Working with both mirror polished aluminum and brass, we designed a mirror which highlights the physical properties of the materials and celebrates the method of manufacture to create a dynamic, sculptural piece.

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A love of math and a reference to eyeglass lenses drew us to the super ellipse as the pattern for the the flat form. 

Brass aircraft cable and white electrical cord support and power the pendant without distracting from its clean lines.

Brass clips are used to connect the shades and complete the material palette. 

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The casting shell is heated to melt the wax which is poured out and captured for reuse.

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The casting shell is heated to melt the wax, which is poured out and captured for reuse.

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Opal Beam Pendants mirror in plan the L-shaped bar and cast a comforting ambient light throughout the space. 

Photo by Wonho Frank Lee

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The lamp comes complete with ten feet of cloth covered cord and a brass pull chain switch.

LONG CHURCH CHANDELIER

The exposed bulb in the Church family is a nod to Schindler's use of the bare bulb in his interiors.

GRAIN DRUM

Two Grain Drum 14s provide diffused light in a narrow hallway.

GRAIN BARREL

Well suited for kitchen islands and communal tables, the Grain Barrel provides directed ambient light.

GRAIN SCONCE

Grain Barrels can be added to the Grain Sconce to provide more downward light.

GRAIN PENDANT

Once anodized and painted, the pendant rests on a glowing flared glass socket.

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A mosquito screen is stretched along the front face of the Teahouse to keep the pests out but let the sights, sounds and smells of the forest in.

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HOOD SCONCE

Fully dimmable, the Hood Sconce casts a soft, diffused light.

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Float Pendant

Sandblasted for diffusion the exterior glass shell dissolves to clear where the ends are fused to the center optic.

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CORD SCONCE

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Adjustable friction hinges can be manipulated to cast light when and where you need it, or fixed in place upon request to allow for a consistent visual impression.

A love of math and a reference to eyeglass lenses drew us to the super ellipse as the pattern for the the flat form.

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Working with both mirror-polished aluminum and brass, we designed a mirror which highlights the physical properties of the materials and celebrates the method of manufacture.

Bucking the trend of maximum output and the associated hot spots, Opal Beam emanates an even, flattering light. 

Angled sides and rounded ends imply movement and directionality.

GINNY KAO

Having spent her earlier career and education firmly entrenched in the international finance world, a move from New York to San Francisco prompted Ginny to explore more creative industries.  After lengthy stints in San Diego and New Zealand, Ginny has returned to LA where she is embracing being a left brainer in the land of right brainers.  When she's not in the studio, you can find her learning a new craft, planning the next adventure or trying to wear her dog out.  

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The newly hollow casting shell is placed in shallow hole where molten brass made from recycled plumbing fittings is ladled into the pour sprues filling the space created from the lost wax.

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The newly hollow casting shell is placed in a shallow hole where molten brass made from recycled plumbing fittings is ladled into the pour sprues, filling the cavity created from the lost wax.

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A terrazzo bartop brings movement and color to the space while walls painted in terracotta hues reference L.A.’s warm, dusty quality of light.

Photo by Wonho Frank Lee

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The run of 33 lamps uses fabric from Block Shop's popular Metronome scarf to create four different striking patterns.

GRAIN SCONCE

The swing arm allows you to direct light to where you need it.

GRAIN DRUM

Illuminated by three bulbs concealed under a wood grain reflector, the view from below a Grain Drum is reminiscent of standing under an eclipse. 

GRAIN PENDANT

Grain Pendant 13s and 16s utilize a silver tip bulb.

Float Pendant

Height and angle adjustable and with areas of clear and frosted glass the Float Pendants provide a warm light that gives a different read from every angle.

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DANIELE COHEN

Daniele began his design career at the ripe old age of five, building wooden cities out of scraps in his uncle’s woodshop in Israel. His love of making brought him to the University of Oregon’s Architecture program where he ran the model shop, spending his free time tinkering with laser cutters and CNC routers. Before joining BRS Daniele worked in Southeast Asia as an architect and sustainability strategist developing ecologically sensitive design solutions for buildings, objects and communities. When he’s not working you can find Daniele doing jiujitsu or taking naps, usually in that order.

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ADA 9

Inspired by Charlotte Perriand’s CP-1 sconce and designed for mass production, the Ada Sconce is well suited to corridors and outdoor walkways, where the repetition of form acts as an accent point to punctuate a space.

Through a series of folds a handle was created in the brass sheet which invites the hand and provides satisfying heft.

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Through a series of folds, a handle was created in the brass sheet which invites the hand and provides satisfying heft, while also allowing the mirror to rest in multiple orientations. 

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During the winter, the roof is closed and a flat-packed plywood skin - stored under the foundation platform during the summer - is brought out and wrapped around the Teahouse to protect the interior from the harsh winter climate. 

With its even, flattering glow, Beam is equally at home in a dining room or a conference suite.

High efficiency LEDs are housed within an acrylic tube and mounted at an angle to project the light down and out towards the shade.

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After cooling for an hour and half the casting shell is broken up to reveal the casting inside.

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After cooling for ninety minutes, the casting shell is broken up to reveal the casting inside.

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A white and brass Grain Drum anchors the corner terrazzo table, while brass Ada sconces provide a wall washing light above the built-in banquet.

Photo by Wonho Frank Lee

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The silk and cotton fabric was cut and tailored to cover shade seconds. The shades were then bent and fastened to white oak spines that support the electrical components and connect the sconces to the wall.

GRAIN DRUM

The book matched grain on the interior of the Drum provides the amazing impression of the lifespan of a tree.

GRAIN PENDANT

The Grain Pendant 18 is slightly deeper than the smaller pendants and houses a frosted bulb.

Float Pendant

Float Pendant comes complete with brass and leather ceiling hardware that allows the fixtures to be swagged over to bring light to where you need it.

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ADA 9

An integrated driverless LED allows for simple install, while ADA compliance and wet rating means Ada is well suited to public buildings, indoors or out.

Through prototyping, we discovered a lovely moment were the mirror balances along the fold, seeming to defy gravity, in harmony with itself

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While prototyping, we discovered a lovely moment where the mirror balances along the fold, seeming to defy gravity, in harmony with itself. 

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A reclaimed barn window illuminates the Teahouse from the back. The beautiful pane was salvaged from a barn that used to be sited on the property and was incorporated into the design to honor the previous owners who sold the land to the Ravenhill family.

Seen from below, Beam shows the elegant simplicity of its considered parts.

The result is an evenly illuminated pendant that directs the most intense parts of the light out toward the shade to be bounced and refracted.

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Pour sprues are cut off and the casting is cleaned up with metal files to arrive at the polished final form

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The pour sprues are cut off and the casting is cleaned up with metal files to arrive at the polished final form.

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Wall washing light highlights details and doorways, providing illumination and wayfinding throughout a space while maintaining a sleek profile.

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We were able to preserve this dynamism in the final piece, and it remains one of our favorite details.

Available in 46” and 84” lengths, Beam reads as a bold graphic line floating in space, projecting light beyond its edges.

At 6” tall and available in 46” and 84” lengths, Beam makes its presence known without dominating the conversation.

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The Metronome scarf is Blockshop's homage to architect Carlo Scarpa and the Venice showroom he designed for the typewriter and calculator company Olivetti. 

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"I was familiar with current technology, I knew how to use it and, what is more, I had ideas about the uses it could be put to.” - Charlotte Perriand

SAMANTHA MARTIN

Originally from Atlanta, Samantha grew up in a 100+ year old house that sparked her love of interiors and classic pieces.  She studied Education and was a teacher for several years before moving to LA to work in Product Development.  When she's not working, you can find her walking her Golden Retriever, Emmett; rewatching The Office; or searching for the perfect pair of jeans.    

BST x BRS

As part of this collaboration, we are donating 20% of proceeds from these fixtures to Summa Everythang, a community organization providing free organic produce boxes in Watts and South Central Los Angeles.

JORDY THOMAS

Hailing from Wisconsin, Jordy's love of visuals started at a young age as he spent hours and hours poring over his grandfather's photography and making short films with the family camcorder. He studied business in Arkansas and spent several years in Chicago before heading west to LA. When he's not at the studio you'll find him on a hike, adopting stray house plants and photographing flowers.

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Get them while they last!

MARISSA AGUINIGA

Marissa grew up in Tijuana, Mexico.  As a kid, she would flip through weekly ads for US-based department stores and fantasize about owning all of the products and gadgets that were being advertised.  This led to a fascination with consumer products, both new and old.  She studied Design at CSU Long Beach, where she focused her studies on designing toys that entertain and appeal to people of all ages.  When she's not working, she's learning about Los Angeles history and architecture or visiting local stationery stores in search of the perfect pen.  

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HANNAH GO

Born and raised in the San Fernando Valley of L.A., Hannah grew up collecting samples of pond scum from puddles around her neighborhood and examining them under the lense of her microscope. Her interest in understanding the smallest building blocks of life lead to a fascination with objects and how they are engineered. Hannah received a BFA  from Otis College of Art and Design. In her free time, Hannah enjoys hunting for the perfect leather jacket, a good coffee, and moment alone with her sketchbook. 

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LIAM MONTANO

Born in coastal Massachusetts, Liam spent most of his early life in the kitchens and wood shops of southern New England.  After attending design school in Providence, Rhode Island, he meandered west eventually settling in Los Angeles.  You can catch him dodging traffic on his bike and building furniture for his friends.  

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RHYS RYAN-HUMPHREY

Rhys is a North Bay native, growing up among redwoods and rolling hills.  After studying oil painting at Skidmore College, they moved to Brooklyn where they worked in fabrication and art handling for five years.  When they're not at the studio, you can find Rhys laying in the sun, driving out to the coast, or at the hardware store, planning their next home improvement project.  

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ALFIE WILKERSON

Reared outside of Napa, then schooled at UW-Madison, it became undoubtedly clear that a metropolitan life was beckoning.  Ultimately, LA TKO'd NY - better weather always wins out.  Our City of Angels offers remarkable culture, design, music, SPACE, style, and endless opportunity for enrichment.  Alfie spends copious amounts of his time exploring those facets with a Milk Tea + Boba drink in hand.  

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