“Known as Muller Van Severen, the Flemish design duo Fien Muller and Hannes Van Severen work at the intersection of art and design. They are among the most prominent creators of the moment. From galleries to museums, not to mention collectors, design enthusiasts and design houses, everyone loves their minimalist, colourful furniture, timeless and joyful. Their success began with this collection of lamps. The first prototypes were presented at Muller Van Severen’s very first solo exhibition in 2011. With their linear design, Standing Lamp floor lamps resemble coloured pencil lines drawn in the air: like designs materialised in space. This floor lamp consists of virtually nothing more than a flowing, curved line. At the end of this line is a simple white glass lampshade that identically replicates a lampshade the designers initially unearthed in a flea market. “It’s a fantastic lampshade: perfectly neutral. Fortunately, we found a company capable of producing it”, Hannes adds. Since this object must stand on the ground, two small lines have been added, which become the base of the lamp. The creative duo Muller Van Severen see colour as a material. Like all their furniture, the Standing Lamp floor lamp combines rigorous, strict lines with bright, daring colours. These lamps draw a sober, colourful line in the decor. Fien Muller and Hannes Van Severen, ex-sculptor and ex-photographer respectively, infuse each of their pieces with a touch of poetry. Hannes explains: “Design is linked to function. We come from the visual arts. So we’re just trying to create sculptural furniture to occupy space. Art or design, creation takes place the same way … and provides the same satisfaction. Poetry is possible even in the industrial”, concludes Fien. Belgian label Valérie Objects uses its uncompromising eye to find designers in line with its philosophy, namely: to create everyday objects likely to develop emotion and attachment, far from a stereotypical decoration that lacks depth. Veerle Wenes, gallery owner and co-founder of Valérie Objects: “Minimal objects require maximum work”.

In detail:

Variation : Curry

Brand : valerie objects

Designer : Muller Van Severen

Type : Floor lamp

Colour : Structure: curry – Lampshade: white & brass

Material : Structure: steel – Lampshade: glass & brass

Dimensions : H 190 cm – Base: 120 x 100 cm – Lampshade: Ø 25 cm – Cable: L 530 cm

Weight : 41.8 lb

Characteristics : Cable switch – Bulb (not included): 1x E27 – Supplied with EU plug: EU to UK plug adapter included

Country of Manufacture : Netherlands