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Lladrò has entrusted Lee Broom with the creation of Cascade, an unprecedented collection of porcelain lamps presented at Euroluce.
Lladrò is a Spanish company with almost a century of history in the processing of porcelain. It is a brand of substance and prestige and this makes it the privileged author of innovative and contemporary formal experimentation. Just as, for this evolution, there could not have been a better partner than Lee Broom, a British designer with a strong personality who has long been experimenting with lighting solutions in important materials, first and foremost, marble.
And so, in the transition from strong consistencies to porcelain, delicate par excellence, the designer has made a great leap with a surprising and completely new result. Cascade is the name of the collection he designed for Lladrò and introduced at the latest edition of Euroluce. Sculptural and modular, geometric and almost mystical, Cascade offers hints of beauty and atmosphere, preserving the precious porcelain manufacturing to which Broom’s contemporary flair has given new shape. After Milan, Lee Broom is preparing for his first participation, in June, at 3DaysofDesign in Copenhagen where he will present his new independent projects.
The collection is consistent with your style but also respectful of the company’s history. How did you manage to find the balance between these two aspects?
Finding that balance came naturally but was also challenging. It was about creating a collection that was essentially modern but also respected the codes of the house. Therefore, I wanted to create lighting that was both contemporary yet sensitive and poetic. This is why I chose to illuminate through the porcelain which produces a softness and a glow, even if the shapes and silhouette are very modernist. Visiting the Llladró factory gave me an understanding of the porcelain material. I layered my own design style over that foundation. I think the result is a collection that feels both rooted in tradition and aligned with my design philosophy.
What was the goal of your design idea?
The goal was to create lighting that feels emotionally resonant, with pieces that transform depending on whether they are on or off. I was inspired by paper lanterns and how they illuminate during moments of celebration. I wanted to capture that warmth and sense of wonder in porcelain, giving each light a dual personality: calm, sculptural forms by day, and glowing, emotive objects by night. When you look at the fixtures, they could almost be mistaken for paper which I love.
What do you like about porcelain applied to this project?
I had never worked with porcelain prior to this design, but it has an extraordinary duality and is incredibly delicate, yet strong. It was a challenge for Lladró to work geometrically in porcelain. The material is almost alive, it is unpredictable when fired so creating symmetry, balance, and clean lines is the most difficult thing to do with this material, but that made it even more rewarding.
Can you share with us some news about your independent production and your next collaborations?
This is an exciting year for me. Alongside the Cascade collection with Lladró, and a lighting collection for Fendi Casa, I will be launching new pieces during 3daysofdesign in Copenhagen this June. It is going to be a very engaging show and my first time presenting there.
