In Focus: LSA International

Luca is LSA International’s new collection of modernist, mouth-blown drinkware shapes embellished with understated metallic decoration. A contemporary silhouette has been created with generous spherical bowls, tubular stems and thick disc-shaped feet. A thick gold band is hand painted around the rims or feet, without masking, demonstrating the expert skill of the painter. With its subtle yet graphic metallic decoration, Luca may be used to add contemporary opulence to a table setting, cocktail party or festive occasion.

A new dimension

LSA International is launching its AW21 collection with contemporary pieces across drinkware, tableware and interior accessories. Textured surfaces, sustainable materials, iridescent finishes and modernist profiles feature throughout the collection, adding distinctive details to each design Pearl

Inspired by the iridescent shimmer of a pearl, a champagne set for two joins this popular collection this season. The flutes and bucket are mouth-blown to give the glass a subtle partial texture, and then hand painted with a mother of pearl lustre. Designed for two, the set is suitable for intimate celebrations or gift giving.

Aurora

A capsule collection of contemporary drinkware pieces inspired by the inky iridescence of the Northern Lights. Each piece is hand painted with polar violet lustre, evocative of the incandescent colours that illuminate the night sky. Featuring fine rims and straight stems, the modern barware shapes add a touch of sophistication to cocktail hour or dining occasions.

Rocker

Balancing both form and function, these spherical tumblers gently rock from side to side balancing on a curved base, adding movement to the simple shape. The contemporary rounded glasses in the Rocker collection may be used in a number of different ways, from whisky on the rocks and short cocktails to wine and water.

Wicker

New to the Wicker collection’s existing range of vases and drinkware, mouth-blown containers have been added this season. The cylindrical vessels feature a band of texture, inspired by woven wicker, made by blowing molten glass into a specially-crafted mould to produce a distinctive tactile surface. Each container features a deep lid, allowing the two pieces to be used separately as a vase and bowl. The versatile design may be used for storage and display in the multiple rooms across the home or office.

Oblate

Mixed materials are at the forefront of the Oblate collection which features mouth-blown vessels with a flattened, spherical shape and a pillar stem which locate in a hollow walnut base. Expertly mouth-blown from clear or cased amber glass, which is achieved by encasing coloured glass within a layer of clear before blowing. The clarity of the glass contrasts against the organic grain of the walnut, adding a tactile sense of texture to the distinctive silhouettes. Elevated on the oiled walnut base, the contemporary shapes may be used as vases, lanterns, planters or bowls.

Lagoon

This collection comprises a series of new vases or lanterns with unique, rippling forms, evocative of the shapes of lagoons. The organic forms of each piece have been mouth-blown from cased opaline or sea green glass, which is achieved by encasing the coloured glass within a layer of clear before blowing. The ocean-inspired palette has a translucent quality, reflecting the clarity of the water and effervescence of tidal foam. The undulating curves of the glass are ideal for feature candles and lanterns or as vases with natural flower arrangements.

Handle

A versatile collection of mouthblown glass pots, designed primarily as tealight holders but which can be used in a number of different ways. Fill with a posy of fresh cut flowers, plant with a small seedling, use to store stationery or display on a shelf or sideboard as a decorative pot. Available in a variety of rich colours, the cylindrical forms have a partially textured finish and thick slab handle, formed by hand.