"Through blow molding and vacuum metallization of polycarbonate, the team created these distorted, half-mirrored orbs that look like they were pulled from the surface of another planet. When switched off, the Melt is a sleek, reflective object. When turned on, it becomes translucent, casting a warm, almost liquid glow that feels alive."
"The original Melt debuted around 2014, born from a collaboration between Dixon and FRONT, the Swedish design collective known for pushing conceptual boundaries. The inspiration behind it was wonderfully odd: melting glaciers and deep space. Not exactly the kind of mood board you'd expect for a home lighting fixture, but that's precisely what made the result so arresting."
The Melt collection, created through collaboration between Tom Dixon and Swedish design collective FRONT around 2014, revolutionized lighting design by combining conceptual inspiration from melting glaciers and deep space. Using blow molding and vacuum metallization of polycarbonate, designers created distinctive half-mirrored orbs that transform based on their state: appearing as sleek, reflective objects when off and casting warm, liquid glows when illuminated. This dual nature became a signature characteristic, leading to widespread adoption across pendants, chandeliers, floor lamps, and surface lights in upscale establishments. The new Melt Small Portable Light brings this acclaimed design into cordless, rechargeable form, representing a significant evolution in portable designer lighting as battery and LED technology advances.
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