Designer: Sebastian Herkner
Brand: Vibia
KONTORNO
The Kontorno hanging lamp frames light within its streamlined black silhouette. Imbedded with LEDs, the frame appears to float from nearly invisible cables. Housing a handblown opaline glass diffuser or a rounded metal reflector, the pure volumes are balanced within the graphic geometric architecture. With the cylindrical diffuser, Kontorno collection generates a warm, 360-degree glow as if from a fire. When combined with the reflector, it lends the look of raining light.
Sebastian Herkner
Sebastian Herkner studied Product Design at HfG Offenbach University, focusing on materials, colors, and textures. He founded his studio in 2006 and has since designed furniture, lamps, and interior architecture, earning awards like the IF Award, Iconic Award, and EDIDA. Named "Designer of the Year" by Maison&Objet in 2019, Herkner’s work emphasizes balance, intuition, and a dialogue between disciplines. He seeks out traditional crafts and techniques, creating designs that engage the senses and reflect his empathy for people. Herkner designed the Kontorno and Class collections for Vibia.