Sume Bobone ba Tafole by Sebnem Buhara is a highly esteemed winner of the very prestigious 2024 Moputso oa Tšepe oa A' Design Award in Moralo wa Dihlahiswa le Ditlhophiso tsa Lesedi Competition Category.

TšepeLesedi· 2024

Sume Bobone ba Tafole

by Sebnem Buhara

Client: Bou Collection

Moputso oa Tšepe oa A' Design Award Winner in Lesedi Category

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The Design

About Sume Bobone ba Tafole

Sume ke bobone ba tafole bo entsoeng ka khalase e phehiloeng ka matsoho le koporo. Lebitso lena le bua ka mokhoa oa design oo o shebahalang joaloka linotsi tsa linotsi (honeycomb). Motheo oa bona o koahetsoe ka koporo, 'me sekhurumetso se seng le se seng sa khalase se phehoa ka matsoho, kahoo karolo e 'ngoe le e 'ngoe e na le sebopeho le boholo bo fapaneng hanyenyane. Bobone bona bo na le bophara ba disentimithara 34 le bolelele ba disentimithara 40. Sume e sebelisoa ka motlakase oa 'moho, 'me e na le sesebelisoa sa ho fokotsa kapa ho eketsa khanya (dimmer), e le hore matla a khanya a ka lokisoa ho lumellana le kamore. Design ena e tšehetsa bokhoni ba tloaelo ba mesebetsi ea matsoho le tšebeliso ea thepa e ka sebelisoang hape (recyclable materials).

The Recognition

About the Moputso oa Tšepe oa A' Design Award

Sume Bobone ba Tafole ke mohapi oa Moputso oa Tšepe oa A' Design Award, kananelo e hlomphehang e fuoang meralo e metle e finyellang litlhoko tsa porofeshenale le tsa indasteri tse lebelletsoeng ho lintho tse hlahisitsoeng tse entsoeng hantle. Bahapi ba Tšepe ba bontša bokhoni bo boholo, bokhethehi bo phahameng, kutloisiso ea litsebi le bokhoni ba boqapi ba baqapi ba bona. Sume Bobone ba Tafole e lebelletsoe ho ba ntho e hlahisitsoeng e hlomphuoang haholo, e ratoang le e ratehang, e sebetsang le e nang le mehopolo e mecha. Moralo ona o hapileng Moputso oa Tšepe oa A' Design Award o kenyelletsa mekhoa e metle ka ho fetesisa ea indasteri mme o na le litšobotsi tsa theknoloji tse nang le bokhoni tse amanang le tsebo le talenta. Ka lebaka la botlalo ba eona, Sume Bobone ba Tafole e tšoanelehela tlhompho mme e entsoe ho fana ka ntlafatso ea bophelo e thusang ho etsa hore lefatše le be sebaka se molemo.

Behind the Design

Press Kit

Credits, team members and technical details provided by the designer.

Unique Properties: Su’me, named after its honeycomb texture, highlights the raw elegance of organic design. The origin of Su’me emphasizes the preservation of the unique craftsmanship and solidarity behind the traditional skills that are at high risk of disappearing. Su’me highlights commitment to environmental sustainability through its encouragement of the use of genuine materials and its dedication of preserving cultural heritage behind craftsmanship.
Dimensions & Packaging: Diameter: 34 cm
Height: 40 cm
*Note: Dimensions may vary.
Tags: Table Lamp, Lighting, Epiphany, Amorphous, Unique, Trace, Signature, Handcrafted,
Production Technology: Base: Copper Plating
Glass: Blown Glass
Handmade.
Design Challenge: The intricate handcrafted blown glass vessels showcases various size and forms in each production, enhancing the product’s individuality. However, the variability makes it hard to establish a standart sizing fort he copper fittings. Despite these obstacles, the inherent uniqueness and the quality of craftsmanship allow the product to be completed with a personal and special touch.
Research: The Su'me table lamp, designed with a combination of blown glass and copper, is one of the products showcased in "An Epiphany in Sustainable Delight," a collection commemorating Architect Sebnem Buhara's 25th anniversary in the industry. Inspired by forms found in nature, the lamp's design interprets these amorphous shapes through craftsmanship. Standing out with its unique design, Su’me stands as more than a lighting fixture; it embodies the essence of exquisite artwork.
Inspiration: Su'me embodies a fusion of fully recyclable blown glass and copper, combining craftsmanship with innovation. This approach ensures every piece has an individuality, highlighting the elegance of organic design. Meticulous craftsmanship gives each product its own unique charm, distinguishing it with elegance and allure.
Project Duration: The project, completed in December 2023, was exhibited in the Signature section at the Paris Maison&Objet Fair in January 2024.
Operation Flow: The Su’me table lamp, powered by city electricity, includes a dimmer feature that enables users to customize their experience by adjusting the light intensity to suit the ambience of their space. This feature enhances the product’s practicality and user-friendliness. The Kefi table lamp shines as a contemporary lighting fixture, excelling both in functionality and aesthetics, thanks to its user-friendly features and unique design.
Image Credits: Image #1: Founder Architect Sebnem Buhara, Su'me Table Lamp, 2023
Image #2: Founder Architect Sebnem Buhara, Su'me Table Lamp, 2023
Image #3: Founder Architect Sebnem Buhara, Su'meTable Lamp, 2023
Image #4: Founder Architect Sebnem Buhara, Su'meTable Lamp, 2023
Image #5: Founder Architect Sebnem Buhara, Su'meTable Lamp, 2023