LIGHTING
A Grand Berber Tribute in the Lobby
The lobby of La Mamounia sets a majestic scene . The vision of Jouin Manku was brought to life with “ Le Chandelier du Centenaire ,” a striking lighting installation suspended less than a meter above the ground at the lobby ’ s heart . With its intricate design , this chandelier honors the art , traditions , and especially the Berber women of Morocco , drawing inspiration from traditional Berber necklaces .
The installation resembles two intertwined necklaces and incorporates an extensive 300 meters of electrified cables braided in red strings — a color of profound significance to the Berber community .
The glass elements , evoking the beads on these strands , are individually hand-blown and handshaped in Lasvit ’ s Czech glassworks . The installation comprises 3000 of such pieces in three sizes and eight distinct finishes . Some glass elements are braided in red to echo a traditional necklace , while others use silver to accentuate the crystal sparkle .
Central to the chandelier are braided red cords adorned with authentic Berber silver pendants crafted by Moroccan artisans to underscore the cultural significance of the piece .
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