The Benjamin Hubert Chimney Light Wide is produced using a technique known as slip-casting (liquid clay poured into plaster moulds) and is cast with white earthenware clay.
After casting they are hand painted with a terracotta slip which has an addition of 25% sand - the painting process takes place on a potter's wheel. They are then glazed on the inside with a white tin glaze and kiln fired.
British industrial designer Benjamin Hubert was born in the UK in 1984. He studied Industrial Design & Technology at Loughborough University, graduating in 2006. Following successful degree shows, Hubert exhibited at New Designers 2006 with his ‘Puff Out Lights’ winning the Corus Material Award.
Benjamin Hubert Studio was launched at 100% Design 2007 and was shortlisted as ‘best new exhibitor’. Returning to exhibit at 100% Futures 2008, Hubert received ‘the most promising designer award’
Benjamin Hubert Studio products are exhibited and retailed across the world and have received numerous industry awards. The studio employs a materials and process focused design approach and now works with a range of international manufacturers across modern furniture, designer lighting and product sectors.
