Lunar-point emerged from a simple observation: the most compelling objects in our homes are those that carry evidence of human attention, skill refined over time, and materials that connect us to natural cycles.
We work primarily with reed, willow, rattan, and seagrass. Each material has distinct properties: flexibility, tensile strength, color variation, aging characteristics. Understanding these qualities allows us to match technique to outcome.
The patterns we employ come from multiple weaving traditions, adapted and refined for structural integrity and visual impact. Some techniques prioritize tight, dense weaves for load-bearing applications. Others create open, light-filtering structures for ambient pieces.
Every commission begins with material selection. We consider not just aesthetics but how the piece will be used, where it will be placed, how light interacts with it throughout the day. These factors inform every subsequent decision.
Fibers are soaked, sorted by diameter and flexibility, then conditioned to optimal working state. This stage can take several days depending on material type and ambient humidity.
The base framework establishes overall form and determines load distribution. Precision at this stage ensures the final piece maintains shape over years of use.
As weaving progresses, patterns emerge through the systematic interlacing of materials. Adjustments are made in real-time responding to how fibers behave.
Final treatments may include natural oils, waxes, or protective finishes that enhance durability without compromising the organic character of materials.
We don't disguise or artificially alter the natural characteristics of fibers. Variations in color, texture, and form are features, not flaws.
Aesthetic considerations never compromise structural soundness. If a piece cannot perform its intended function reliably, it doesn't leave our workshop.
Materials come from managed sources where harvesting supports rather than depletes natural systems. Waste is minimal and biodegradable.
Traditional methods inform but don't constrain our work. We adapt techniques to contemporary contexts and functional requirements.
Our studio brings together individuals with backgrounds in traditional craft, contemporary design, and material science. This intersection of knowledge allows us to approach each commission from multiple perspectives.
Some team members trained under master weavers in rural communities. Others studied design at formal institutions. Several came to weaving from adjacent disciplines like textile art or furniture making.
What unites the group is an obsessive attention to material behavior and a commitment to producing work that improves with age rather than deteriorates.
