lake + wells studio's futuristic jax lighting evokes the intergalactic

bringing stories to life through artisanal furniture, chicago based lake + wells studio uncovers jax — a futuristic chandelier that combines the machined with the handcrafted. this unusual lighting is ultimately defined by an intersection of architecture with power, time, light and space.

the jax lighting product is a combination of machined and handcrafted designs

as lake + wells studio puts it, jax lives in that familiar and yet unplaceable ‘future-past’ that is imagined over and over again — in and out of the pages of science fiction. indeed, the final design hints at an intergalactic and timeless dimension that brings light into a boundless darkness. this mezmerizing effect is possible thanks to jax’s star-shaped structure with a lighting system that resembles constellations — where each crystal creates its own ‘starburst’.

machined hub detail

the lighting product is composed of three different elements, as a re-interpretation of  traditional crystal chandeliers. its body is made from high-precision aluminum which is machined and satin anodized. lighting sources consist of high-powered LED lights and hand-polished crystals. finally, a subtle chamfer crosses both materials as a reminder of the archetypal cuts found in chandelier prisms. therefore, jax’s three-modular system allows it to become a never-ending, tailored network of sculptural ceiling and wall fixtures.

close up view on the hand-polished crystals that cover the LED light

jax can be used as a vertical installation, resembling a futuristic and cosmic design

chamfer detail typically seen in chandelier prisms

the three-parts design results in a modular connection between the aluminum body and light sources

machined aluminum parts

modular components

detachable units 

the product is a unique intersection of architecture, light, time and space 

project info:

anodized aluminum: champaign, black, silver

solid crystal: clear and smoked

availability: 10 / 20 / 30 LED sets 

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edited by: lea zeitoun | designboom