Nuclée
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Product Facts
Project name
NucléeAward year
2022designed as
Not developed during the studyLength
35 CMWidth
6 CMHeight
35 CMWeight
1,2 KGMaterial specification
Upcycled banana fiber, Local walnut, Black granite, Jute, LED strip, Assembly elementsDesignation
Luminaire
Description
Nuclée was born from a meeting of cultures and know-how. On the east coast of Taiwan, the Kavalan aboriginal tribe lives from banana trees. After harvesting the fruit, each stem is cut to facilitate the growth of shoots. However, the unused flesh of these stems reveals a fascinating graphism in the light. We have developed with Kavalan people a special refining technique to stabilize this plant tissue. This "new" material is here sublimated by walnut shapes, inspired by the banana tree structure.