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Brutalism light

An overview of projects, products and exclusive articles about brutalism light

Project • By Stefani Kefala • Hotels

Orama Bali

Set in one of Bali's most iconic surf destinations, ORAMA exists between energy and stillness. Close to the rhythm of Uluwatu's surf culture, cafes, and restaurants, yet tucked away above the coastline, it offers a sense of privacy, open views, and the constant sound of the sea. Indra Wiras Indra Wiras Indra Wiras KIE KIE With only five rooms, each space is designed as a personal refuge, minimal, tactile, and calm. Filtered light and open-air elements create a seamless connection between inside and out, offering a place to reset after long days in the sun and surf.Located above the iconic waves of Suluban Beach, ORAMA was created as a space for observation, where raw materiality and geometric forms come together. I... More

Product • By Darmes • 1979 collection

1979 collection

The 1979 collection, a collaboration between lighting brand Darmes and Montreal-based designer Will Choui, captures the raw essence of an era through light and materials. Inspired by the brutalist architecture of late 1970s Montreal, the collection emerges as a visual ode to raw beauty and simplicity. A structured yet refined square aluminum module diffuses indirect light through a grid, blending shadow and glow. Caption “Through collaboration, we encourage emerging talent and optimize our expertise in lighting design,” explains Alexandre Joncas, chief designer at Darmes. Caption Will Choui brings a contemporary approach to brutalist aesthetics with a sense of balance, transforming the fixture into an artif... More