Jay Watson unveils new collection
British designer Jay Watson has launched a new collection made from reclaimed items, which was first presented at Tent London 2012.
Sock lights are designed as quirky and elegant pendant lamps made from recycled socks, which are treated with eco resin derived from sunflowers. The designer has drawn inspiration from a fascination for the ethereal glow created from lighting through textile and the variation and intricacy of the diffusely illuminated weave patterns. The lights feature recycled sockets and new ultra energy-saving high brightness LED light sources, using remote phosphor technology. The sock pendant lights are available in two sizes of Regular (100mmØ x 350mm long) and Large (100mmØ x 450mm long).
Pixel credenza and coffee table blend essential elements of digital design with careful craftsmanship. Discontinued Corian samples serve as colourful 'pixels,' forming on/off abstract and geometric patterns over sustainably sourced birch ply. Upcycling old colour samples, Watson has used a strong and non-porous material to create a sleek, easy-care, and colourful table top finish. The series includes the 'Pixel' coffee table (490mm x 875mm x 875mm) and the 'Pixel' credenza (H710mm x D440mm x W1580mm).
Newspaper light is constructed from old newspapers using a papier-maché technique with either a white painted or metallic internal finish. The 63cm x 35cm ceiling-hung lamp has a rise and fall function, and optimises new ultra energy-saving high brightness LEDs using remote phosphor technology. The "Newspaper light" reprises the theme of Jay Watson's earlier created "Read -All -About-It" stool, made from 100% recycled newspaper. The light is designed to be robust, and is treated with a fire-safe coating.
