Sammode: Lighting Design Collaborations with Masters of the Field

Michel Mortier: Innovative Designer, Aesthetic Connoisseur of Light

Michel Mortier (1925-2015) was much more than just a designer; he explored diverse fields such as interior architecture, graphic design, and education. He had a particular passion for light, adopting a style characterized by simplicity, elegance, and mastery of colors and materials. In the 1950s, Mortier introduced an innovative series of luminaires, each with a unique design.

The "M" series, produced by Disderot, redefined lighting with creations like the M1 floor lamp and the M4 pendant, offering various lighting modes.

In 1952, the M3 desk lamp was born, blending lacquered metal and brass. Sammode, recognizing Mortier's genius and his similarities to Pierre Guariche, chose to reissue the M3 model, combining respect for the original design with modern technology. This reissue underscores Sammode's expertise in luminaire manufacturing and its dedication to innovation..

1952 - M3

Stefan Diez: Experimental Designer, Luminaire Craftsman

Stefan Diez, the fourth generation of a family of carpenters, was born in 1971. Before launching his own agency, he worked alongside the renowned designer Konstantin Grcic. His passion for experimentation, particularly with materials, has its roots in his artisanal heritage.

His collaboration with Sammode stemmed from a chance meeting where the company introduced him to the production of tubular luminaires. Enchanted by Sammode's modular approach and the richness of its factory in Châtillon-sur-Saône, Diez embraced this project.

He values working with European companies, especially French and family-owned ones, with a focus on maintaining local manufacturing. For him, the role of a designer goes beyond mere design; it involves considering the entire process, from production to finishing.

2021 - MOD

Normal Studio: Reinventing the Everyday, Precise Design, and Object History

Founded in 2006 by Jean-François Dingjian and Eloi Chafaï, Normal Studio stands out with its unique approach to industrial design. Fascinated by technical processes and technology transfers, they redefine everyday objects with a clean design that emphasizes functionality.

Their passion extends from product design to scenography. Their collaboration with Sammode has given birth to the Paname collection, characterized by perforated grids delicately surrounding tubular luminaires.

Inspired by the light of the Musée des Arts Décoratifs in Paris, these designs, such as Rivoli, Vendôme, and Belleville, each tell a distinct story, transform light, and introduce a domestic touch to industrial elements.

2018- PANAME

Dominique Perrault and Gaëlle Lauriot Prévost: Illuminative Innovation

Dominique Perrault, renowned for integrating materials with industrial purposes into his works, sees in them a quality, reliability, and design that surpass commonly used products in architecture. His 30-year collaboration with Gaëlle Lauriot Prévost has led to the creation of the Kyhn and Gude luminaires for Sammode. Their distinctive signature? A 360-degree perforated grid, offering a warm and soft glow. These luminaires, including a majestic pendant and a wall light that bathes the space in enveloping light, have been modernized to fit into the era of connected devices and light dimming.

2015 - KYHN
2015 - GUDE

Yann Kersalé: Glacier Inspiration and the Magic of Light

The Lö collection, created by Yann Kersalé, is inspired by the glacial landscapes he has explored, especially in Baffin Island and Greenland. He was captivated by the beauty of ice, which he describes as "solidified light."

In his collaboration with Sammode, Kersalé used translucent films to mimic the brilliance of ice. When illuminated, the luminaire reveals sparkling prisms; when turned off, it reflects the environment. The names of the luminaires come from the Inuit language and represent different states of ice. The collection's name, "Lö," is a play on the word "water."

2018 - LÖ

Pierre Guariche: Radical Light, Avant-garde Aesthetics, Technical Innovation

Pierre Guariche, renowned for his versatile lighting designs, created a series of luminaires that catered to various lighting needs, combining comfort and light quality. His designs cleverly conceal light sources, offering different types of illumination as required. As an innovator, Guariche introduced mechanisms such as swiveling cantilevers and articulated arms, always prioritizing function over superfluous style.

His avant-garde aesthetic vision is characterized by clean lines, original shapes, and technical mastery of materials, especially metal.

It's no coincidence that Sammode decided to reissue some of his models. Sammode's pursuit of innovation and aesthetic excellence resonates with Guariche's vision. Drawing on their expertise in luminaire manufacturing and their deep knowledge of metal, Sammode has preserved the original essence of Guariche's designs while incorporating modern technologies. These luminaires, manufactured in France, showcase excellence in craftsmanship and the characteristic quality of Sammode.

1951 - G1
1951 - G2
1951 - G3 G3T
1951 - G21
1951 - G25
1952 - G13 G13A
1952 - G30
1953 - G24
1954 - G32 G320
1958 - G50
1959 - G54
1959 - G60
1959 - G61

Sammode Studio Elgar Wall Lamp Indoor or Outdoor

Sammode Studio Elgar Wall Lamp Indoor or Outdoor 2

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