Duncan meerding finds the inner light of salvaged logs. Gorgeously illuminated cracked log lamps using only salvaged wood that otherwise would have been burnt, artist duncan meerding illuminates the forest with his cracked log lamp. The cracked log lamp comes with a black cord with an inline switch, an e27 light fixture and a plug. Each cracked log lamp can be used as a stool, table, or simply a light accessory, and the pieces are available through a number of shops throughout australia. In essence, the light emanating from the peripheries of the logs is pleasingly understated, thus alluding to the scope of alternative sensory that the artist finds himself in. Duncan meerdings stump lights up venice palace helen edwards. Nov 15, 2017 since i saw cracked log lamp made by duncan meerding on internet i knew that i built one someday. Designer duncan meerding turns old salvaged logs into. The stump light is a cracked log that can be used as a table or a stool that has. Features a 2 metre cord available in clear or black cloth, black ceiling rose and edison. Each lamp has been crafted from salvaged timber, which would otherwise have been burnt. Gorgeously illuminated cracked log lamps design you trust. Tasmaniabased furniture and lighting designer duncan meerding transforms cracked tree stumps into lamps. Finding a unique balance between the play of light and the tactility of salvaged wood, duncan meerding handcrafts his cracked log lamps.
Since i saw cracked log lamp made by duncan meerding on internet i knew that i built one someday. Tasmanian furniture designer duncan meerding transformed ordinary tree stumps into gorgeous, weatherresistant lamps that can double as indoor and outdoor tables and stools. Legally blind artist makes cracked log lamps bursting with light tasmaniabased furniture designer duncan meerding loves the wilderness, which comes across in his work his most popular pieces are simple logs whose natural cracks emit soft, warm light. Mar 15, 2016 you may have seen the posts i have written about duncan meerding and his gorgeous cracked log and stump lamps and lighting. He transforms salvaged wooden blocks into stunning cracked log lamps, which spread light through natural cracks on the log pieces. The cracked log lamps are an award winning lighting proposal by an aussie craftsmanartist named duncan meerding, he gets old savaged and obviously cracked logs, and then installs a warm led yellow light system, that makes possible for the light source to come from within. Using only salvaged wood that otherwise would have been burnt, artist duncan meerding illuminates the forest with his cracked log lamp by turning them into a vessel for light, we can bring the outside in, and be reminded of our intrinsic connection with nature, he says. Stump the cracked log lamptablestool by duncan meerding. Before turning on the cracked log lamp, often a person would think it is purely just a log of wood. Cracked log pendant light by duncan meerding design. The cracked log lamps are made from salvaged logs which would otherwise have been burnt. Legally blind artist makes cracked log lamps bursting with. The cracked log reading lamp is based on our cracked log lamp features a mouse hole aperture to double as a reading light.
Duncan meerding expands his cracked log lamp range helen edwards writes we are craving a connection with nature in our homes, the designs from duncan meerding including his cracked log lamp and stump lamp are giving you this in droves. These incredible log lamps are made from old salvaged logs. With these lamps, your home will get a warm and rustic charm all lamps are made with salvaged cracked wood that would otherwise be burnt. Duncan meerding turns tree stumps into gorgeous vessels for. Our works are created for a range of commercial and domestic clients, shipped worldwide from our studio in north hobart, tasmania.
These lamps made out of cracked logs are incredible recycle. By turning them into a vessel for light, we can bring the outside in, and be reminded of our intrinsic connection with nature. Cracked log pendant light by duncan meerding design archello. Cracked log lamps by duncan meerding the exhibition launched the range of new designs in the cracked log light range, including the new larger stump with two new variations in the range. How to make cool looking cracked log garden lamp diy project. Cracked log lamps by duncan meerding tree stump, log table. These lights were developed in conjunction with the log bankers lamp and the cracked log uplight for the macq01 hotel in hobart, with a total of 101 commissioned. The naturalistic cracked log lamps by duncan meerding. Duncan meerding cracked log lamps in the making helen.
Duncan meerding expands his cracked log lamp range wooden. The stump w, which is ready to wire indoor or outside to 12volt power, and the stump b, which is battery powered. Legally blind artist creates cracked log lamps bursting with beautiful light tasmaniabased furniture and lighting designer duncan meerding highlights the naturally occuring cracks in sustainably sourced logs by inserting warm yellow leds that illuminate each piece of wood from within. Fitted with led lights, the cracked log lamps provide the forest with a nice, warm glow, almost as if mother nature was illuminating herself at night. Feb 21, 2019 introducing duncan meerding and his cracked log lamp design, which takes pieces of wood and illuminates them from within to highlight their naturally occurring cracks. I am a furniture designer based in hobart, tasmania. Working predominately in timber, i create pieces for everyday living to remind us. Designed by duncan meerding, a furniture and lighting designer based out of hobart tasmania who specializes in making stuff out of timber, the cracked log light is made from an actual cracked log, and. Designed by duncan meerding, a furniture and lighting des. Come and take an introductory step into the studio of international awardwinning designer duncan meerding.
Duncan meerdings cracked log lamps art people gallery. The cracked log lamps use warm yellow leds to create the unusual glow. The warm yellow light coming through each lamps unique light pattern highlights the fiery fate. Illuminated cracked log lamp stools by duncan meerding homeli. These lamps embrace, rather than avoid the naturally occurring cracks in refuse logs. Meerding, who is legally blind, is fascinated by unusual light applications which he refers to as his alternative sensory world. Jun 19, 2015 duncan, who is legally blind, embraces their natural cracks in the wood by inserting warm yellow led lights inside them to create the lamps.
Legally blind artist makes cracked log lamps bursting with light. Each cracked log lamp can be used as a stool, table, or. Meerding is also legally blind he retains 5% of his vision in his peripheries, so the use of. Cracked log lamps by duncan meerding hiconsumption. Made from logs that would otherwise have gone to waste, these lamps by duncan meerding have an. Lastly, the stump includes a 12volt led driver, a custom led light fixture and a keyhole bracket. As though glowing from within through the cracks its named after, there is a magical element to the lighting that will make people think of fantastical stories and creatures alike. The cracked log pendant light comes with a 2meter cord, a black ceiling rose and an e27 light fixture as well. I am a furniture and lighting designer based in hobart, tasmania. The lamps are made from salvaged logs which would otherwise have been burnt. Tasmaniabased furniture and lighting designer duncan meerding highlights the naturally occuring cracks in sustainably sourced logs by inserting warm yellow leds that illuminate each piece of wood from within. Jun 17, 2015 well, tasmanian furniture designer duncan meerding doesnt think alike. The wonderful duncan meerding and his range of beautiful lighting and. Jun 25, 2015 cracked log lamps by duncan meerding funny and viral arts.
These cracked log lamps are for sale in a couple of small shops across australia, but duncan meerding also sells them along with other woodderived lampshades through his online shop. Duncan meerding expands his cracked log lamp range helen. Jun 17, 2015 cracked log lamps by duncan meerding june 17, 2015 by arseny vesnin in australia, design, portfolios tasmaniabased furniture and lighting designer duncan meerding highlights the naturally occuring cracks in sustainably sourced logs by inserting warm yellow leds that illuminate each piece of wood from within. Designed by duncan meerding, a furniture and lighting designer based out of hobart tasmania who specializes in making stuff out of timber, the cracked log light is made from an actual cracked log, and the light that protrudes through the cracks represent the. Tasmanian furniture designer duncan meerding transformed ordinary tree stumps into gorgeous, weatherresistant lamps that can double as indoor and. The cracked log lamp might be a descriptive and apt name for the furniture piece, but it lacks the romanticism that can be found in its design. Cracked log lamps by duncan meerding lighting a path. Interestingly enough, meerding is legally blind, and this condition according to the designer, inspired the diffusive visual impact showcased by the cracked log lamps. Jan dallas these cracked log lamps can be used as outdoor or indoor decor, but duncan suggests putting them in your house as a reminder of our intrinsic connection with nature. Duncan meerding is a 27 year old designer who have made these amazing and unique cracked log lamps.
Using only salvaged wood that otherwise would have been burnt, artist duncan meerding illuminates the forest with his cracked log lamp. Meerding, who is legally blind, is fascinated by unusual light applications which he refers to as his. Meerdings work is inspired by organic forms, exploring the ways in which light performs around objects. Cracked log lamp duncan meerding inhabitat green design. Designed by tasmanian furniture designer duncan meerding, the cracked log lamps are made from salvaged logs that would otherwise have been burnt. Jun 16, 2015 meerding, who is legally blind, is fascinated by unusual light applications which he refers to as his alternative sensory world. Inside the cracks, there are yellow led lights, perfect for giving your surrounding the warm and. Jun 15, 2015 home design gorgeously illuminated cracked log lamps by eugene kim on june 15, 2015 using only salvaged wood that otherwise would have been burnt, artist duncan meerding illuminates the forest with his cracked log lamp.
Tasmaniabased furniture designer duncan meerding loves the wilderness, which comes across in his work his most popular pieces are simple logs whose natural cracks emit soft, warm light. By turning them into a vessel for light, we can bring the outside in, and be reminded of our intrinsic connection with nature, he says. Jan 11, 2016 duncan meerdings cracked log lamps logs are cracked to set on fire and this is what we have been seeing through the ages. Now, the day has come and here you have full tutorial on how to make cracked log lamp. Duncan meerding cracked log lamp tailored tasmania. They can also be utilized as as a table or stool, measuring approximately 400mm high and 300mm wide. One being an outdoor variant ready for wiring by an electrician and a wall mounted shadesconce is ready for hanging over most wall mounted light sources. Cracked log lamps by duncan meerding designcollector. As well as the standard indoor log lamps, 2 new variations have been developed. The stump w, which is ready to wire indoor or outside to 12volt power, and.
Meerding is also legally blind he retains 5% of his vision in his peripheries, so the use of light in his pieces helps him communicate how he sees the world. These lamps embrace, rather than avoid the naturally occurring. Duncan meerding loves the wilderness, which comes across in his work his most popular pieces are simple logs whose natural cracks emit soft, warm light. The stump light is a cracked log that can be used as a table or a stool that has lights built into it that show through the cracks in the log. Duncan meerding transforms tree stumps into lamps that double.
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