Nine to Know | Metal Wall Sconces - est living

We’ve curated an edit of nine metal wall sconces that fuse architecture and design with considered functionality. With their monolithic forms and bold textures, these distinctive metal sconces are designed to create an impact in any contemporary kitchen.

This instalment of our ‘Nine to Know’ series was first featured inside est magazine issue 53: ‘In the Kitchen’.

Alexander House by Alexander & Co. | Photography by Anson Smart

01. Henry Wilson Conical Wall Light

The hand-finished Henry Wilson Conical wall light is an intricately crafted solid bronze fixture available for installation as an uplight or downlight. Made in small batches, each light features unique characteristics like subtle pour ripples or surface texture variations due to the casting process, ensuring a one-of-a-kind piece for the kitchen.

02. Volker Haug Wall Thread

The Volker Haug Wall Thread blends classic and contemporary design. It features an angular brass shade and a misaligned seam pierced by a distinctive bent stem. Crafted in brushed nickel, this wall light disrupts traditional forms with its unconventional silhouette.

03. Apparatus Trapeze 1

The Apparatus Trapeze 1 is inspired by the balance and movement of a trapeze act. It features glowing bowls suspended from the ceiling or wall. Available in brass or hand-cast porcelain, the bold Trapeze sconce weaves soft illumination through the kitchen.

04. Volker Haug Troye

The Volker Haug Troye is part of the ‘Me and You’ collection, a creative collaboration between Volker Haug Studio and Flack Studio. This unique design merges artistry and functionality, reflecting both studios’ expertise in contemporary design.

05. StudioTwentySeven Metropolis Sconce

The StudioTwentySeven Metropolis sconce, designed by Jan Garncarek, was developed as a continuation of the Metropolis table lamp with a simple yet elegant design. The steel sphere blends two distinctive finishes while creating a visual interplay, while reflected light from the brass plate emphasises the structure and the texture of the material.

06. Manuel Bañó Granell OBJ-07 Copper Wall Lamp

Crafted in Santa Clara del Cobre, Mexico; a town known for its goldsmith tradition, the Manuel Bañó Granell OBJ-07 Copper wall lamp is part of a collection that explores the versatility of copper. The lamp is made by hand hammering a thin sheet of copper, giving it strength and dimension. Each piece reflects the artisanal skill of transforming objects into functional, three-dimensional designs.

Paddington Regency House by Handelsmann + Khaw | Photography by Felix Forest

07. Piet Hein Eek Handfolded Lamp 1

The Handfolded Lamp 1 is a minimalist design by Piet Hein Eek that highlights the raw beauty of metal. Crafted using a punching machine, an older technology revived by Eek, the lamp features simple, folded forms.

08. Rakumba Bell Classic

The Rakumba Bell Classic draws inspiration from the smooth textures and forms of Australia’s coastline. Seamlessly transitioning from indoor to outdoor spaces, each piece — available in raw aluminium, bronze or powder-coated finishes — features a unique texture from the sand casting process.

09. StudioTwentySeven Bubbles Droop Sconce

Designed by Nader Gammas, the StudioTwentySeven Bubbles Droop sconce is a refined piece formed from brass and glass. Combining the organic fluidity of glass with the warm, structured form of brass, this light weaves a sculptural, dynamic form into the kitchen.

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