The first step in this process is forming the armature. We form the armatures from wire or bamboo, designing each lamp with the light fixture in mind for proper heat ventilation. The armature can be any form, shape or size. Often inspiration comes from flowers, sea creatures, insects, or an Asian aesthetic.

The paper is made of an abaca and cotton blend, using a mold and deckle to form sheets. The sheets are pressed with an eight-ton press to bind the fibers.
We apply the damp paper to the armature one panel at a time. No glue is used, just a soft brush to fold back the edges onto themselves forcing the fibers to bond together. Once the paper has dried taut, the piece is painted with watercolor paint using brushes and air brush.

When the paint is dry a resin is applied, strengthening the lamp structurally and giving the paper a translucent, glowing which acts as a protective layer, quality. The final step is configuring the electrical components. We also do the installation when needed.