"Each ring was once part of a train strap handle on the Tokyu Den-en-toshi Line 8500, gripped by thousands of daily commuters before the series retired in 2023. Now, London-based design studio Akasaki & Vanhuyse has reimagined those resin rings as a limited-edition table lamp, turning the everyday gesture of holding on during a rush-hour ride into a luminous reminder of the city's past."
"Around 1,400 reclaimed resin rings was collected for the purpose of this project, resulting in a limited edition run of only 150 WA lamps. Each one is built from nine rings, stacked to form a gently glowing shade that filters light through the small gaps. Marks from years of use - scratches, dents, and subtle surface wear - have been preserved, creating a unique crackle-like effect that could never be replicated with the same unique context."
"Sustainability is woven into every stage of WA's design. Beyond reusing train parts, the rings were sandblasted for a durable matte finish without erasing their history, while all metal elements are crafted from rust-resistant stainless steel to ensure longevity. The lamp was designed with end-of-life in mind, allowing for easy disassembly of its components. Even the packaging reflects this ethos: recyclable paper with an aluminum vapor coating replaces typical plastic films."
WA transforms reclaimed resin train strap rings from the Tokyu Den-en-toshi Line 8500 into a limited-edition table lamp. About 1,400 rings were collected to produce only 150 lamps, each composed of nine stacked rings that create a gently glowing shade and preserve scratches, dents, and surface wear. The rings are mounted on mirrored stainless steel legs. The lamp measures just under 8 inches tall and weighs 2.65 pounds. Sandblasting gives a durable matte finish while retaining history. Metal parts are rust-resistant stainless steel, components are easy to disassemble, and packaging uses recyclable paper with an aluminum vapor coating.
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