The Art of Design Issue 20 2016 | Page 78

78 Architecture HIND RABII Hind Rabii unveils latest lighting designs at Maison & Objet Paris January 2016 Hall 7 Stand K38 Complementing her technical and authentic design ethos and mantra to offer a wide range of lighting options to her clientele, HIND RABII is unveiling new additions to her Belle D’l and Ya Ya Collections while debuting her Ice Absolu xture at the world renowned design show, Maison & Objet Paris, 22-26 January, 2016. The Belle D’l Collection combines metalized tints and transparency, which blend together harmoniously, creating a modern yet sophisticated collection. ‘‘The sensual hips of this model make it quite unique,’’ described HIND RABII, who has added four new colors to the range. The Ya Ya Collection re ects HIND RABII’s desire to create pieces that are both graphic and contemporary. Freed from constraints and shapes, these lights are an example of absolute creativity. Flat and metallic, these unique sconces reveal a mirror nuance, creating games of re ection and light for a truly warm magical ambiance. Comprised of three unique forms, they are covered in gold, black chrome and copper leaf. Ice Absolu is one of HIND RABII’s newest designs. This stunning, hanging xture is a combination of pale metallic and glass. It’s simple and clean lines make Ice Absolu a perfect t in both classic and contemporary interiors. Since 1997, HIND RABII has dedicated her efforts to creating lighting that explores the relationship between technology and authentic materials. With an open, unbiased mind, RABII has carved wood, bent copper wire, stretched textiles and forged steel to create the most innovative sources of light available. With an industrial engineering degree from the Institut Supérieur Industriel in Belgium, it was HIND RABII’S technical expertise, combined with creativity that guided her simple aim: to offer Beliganmade lighting options that represent her high standard of excellence with a re ned touch of luxury. HIND RABII speaks to you, whether you are an architect, interior designer, artist, theater director or lighting connoisseur, so that together, you can go beyond the technical to arrive at the essential: EMOTION.