Floor-standing lamp MOLO URCHIN SOFTLIGHT

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Design by Todd MacAllen and Stephanie Forsythe. A shape shifting light that provides ambient diffusion of energy efficient LED light. urchin has an irresistibly unique character that invites playful interaction. Its elastic movement and shifting form are akin to a sea creature, making the piece move as if alive. Made from the same translucent white textile material as cloud softlight and textile softwall + softblock, these pieces complement each other to create fluid, sculptural environments. The molo studio, based in Vancouver, Canada is dedicated to the research of materials and the exploration of space making. As a design and manufacturing company, molo creates and distributes its unique and innovative products to clients around the world. A non-woven polyethylene material, trade name Tyvek©, is 100% recyclable and is made from 5 – 15% recycled content. Its lightweight paper look and feel is tear, UV and water resistant, making it durable to handle and maintain. textile softwall + softblock is available in translucent white and opaque black. White textile softwall + softblock comes to life when light transmits through its delicate pattern of translucent fibres and pleats. Black textile softwall + softblock is dyed with a UV resistant bamboo charcoal ink, lending the material a velvety opaque sheen reminiscent of charred wood. The textile material has a “class A” flame spread in North America. Documentation is available on request. A stiff robust unbleached paper, it is 100% recyclable and made from 50% recycled fibre. It is available in a natural warm earthy brown and a dyed bamboo charcoal black. Kraft paper elements are fire retardant.