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(Archive) Lens Luminaire

A light piece championing repurposed optical lenses and the dynamism of Eindhoven.

This project was part of DDW 2020
Lens Luminaire by Object Density — © Dick Rennings

Drawing upon the city’s history of lighting innovation, New Objectivity architecture, and a re-contextualisation of a waste stream, The Lens Luminaire is the tangible convergence of inspiration and a physical expression of the development of Eindhoven’s city culture.

De Bruin Heer, (now named De Admirant) formerly served as the Philips head office, and is one of Eindhoven’s most iconic buildings. Now standing at the foot of the building is Mr Brown Specs & Beans, a luxury optician & coffee cafe. Through a clos

Brass detailing inspired by luxury optics. — © Dick Rennings

Distortion of light and form, no two lenses alike. — © Dick Rennings

Kim Stanek & Nicola Charlesworth of Object Density — © Dick Rennings

Reflections on the back face of the lenses.