The Art of Design Issue 32 2018 | Page 31

31 LIGHT, Fabric Nightclub New for 2018, Light will take over Fabric nightclub. The former cold-store turned nightclub, will host within its brick vaults an exhibition dedicated to top international lighting brands with spectacular stand- alone lighting installations. Exhibitors include Bert Frank which draws influence from the design codes of the ‘mid-century’ era but with a modern twist. They will be showcasing their new Colt lighting range which incorporates opal diffusers encased by a sleek laser-cut brass grill and machined brass shade for a modern take on urban glamour. They will also be exhibiting the Lizak range which juxtaposes cylindrical glass shades with opalescent globes on linear brass arms. Rich Brilliant Willing is a Brooklyn-based studio that designs and manufactures LED fixtures for hospitality, workplace, and residential projects and will be exhibiting their latest collection. Czech lighting company Brokis, producers of exquisite hand blown Bohemian glass lighting for over 200 years, will show a selection of its pendant, table, floor and wall lighting. Graypants @ Homepad will introduce the new Chrona range which is inspired by celestial shapes and mimics the luminous glow of surrounding stars. Marc Wood Studio will be presenting its debut lighting collection, Pleated Crystal which comprises of ceiling pendants, a side light and a floor standing lamp. Handmade in Bohemia and London, the collection draws upon Marc’s love for Czech artisan glass work and British engineered detailing. Di Classe, the Tokyo- based design and lighting company founded by Japanese product designer Domei Endo will be showcasing the Arles Floor Lamp, inspired by a journey to the South of France. This modern, yet nostalgic collection is available in British Green, Black and White. Other major exhibitors include IGuzzini, John Hollington Design and J.Adams & Co.