A material changes the way a light looks, feels and works in an interior. Explore a direction below, then confirm the actual composition, finish and care requirements for the design you choose.
Alabaster
Soft translucency. Natural character.
Travertine
Tactile stone. Warm, earthy tones.
Glass
Transparency, texture and reflection.
Brass
Warm metal with a refined presence.
Rattan & bamboo
Woven texture and an organic feel.
Wood
Natural grain and a warm silhouette.
Fabric
A soft finish for layered interiors.
Metal
Clean forms and versatile finishes.
Material illustrations are a guide to the palette. Request samples to confirm the colour, texture and finish for your brief.
Make the material part of the specification
| Detail | What to confirm |
|---|---|
| Composition | Natural stone, glass type, solid metal or plated component, fibre and timber composition. |
| Surface | Finish colour, texture, sheen and the reference sample used for approval. |
| Appearance | Acceptable differences in grain, veining, colour and hand-finished details. |
| Construction | Material thickness, dimensions, weight, assembly and mounting requirements. |
| Handling | Cleaning guidance, packing, installation handling and spare-component requirements. |
Material questions
How do I distinguish natural alabaster from imitation stone?
Ask for the material specification and photographs of the actual sample in daylight and when illuminated. A product name or photograph alone is not enough to establish natural-stone composition. Natural veining and colour can vary between pieces.
Does a gold finish mean the light is made from brass?
No. Finish describes the surface appearance; brass describes a material. Confirm both the base material and finishing process in the model specification.
Can materials be combined in one collection?
Share the fixture types, colour palette and preferred materials. We can review a coordinated brief and identify the construction and sample details that need approval for each design.
Have a material reference?
Include a reference link, texture, colour and the fixture you want to develop. We will review the brief before confirming the production or sourcing route.