Ay illuminate is based in the Netherlands and produces it’s own lighting in several countries in Asia and Africa.
The designers of Ay illuminate are inspired by both nature and different cultures which is reflected in their use of organic shapes and natural (waste) materials combined with local handicraft expertise.
To get inspired the design team is working together with the local hand crafters.
This allows us to get to know the natural materials available and the expertise of the handcraft. It is our way to discover the best solution to catch the unique beauty of different techniques.
<p>Be it eye-catching lights made from bamboo or hand woven sisal pillows, the designers of Ay illuminate, Ay lin Heinen, Marke Eden Schooley, Nelson Sepulveda and Caspar Heinen, always work with what they find in nature and cultures around the world. In close cooperation with artisans in Asia and Africa they explore the natural materials and traditional skills at hand. This results in contemporary, organically shaped designs, created by local techniques in natural materials. Ay illuminate's products celebrate the unique beauty of traditional handicrafts around the globe.</p>