28 Series
Made by Bocci
Designed by Omer Arbel
The 28 Series is the work of Omer Arbel, whose practice at Bocci begins not with a sketch but with the development of technique. Each hand-blown glass sphere is formed through a proprietary process that introduces recessed inclusions directly into the molten glass, creating an interior geometry that exists nowhere else in production glasswork.
No two pieces are identical. The irregularity is not incidental but essential, the natural consequence of a process that resists mechanical repetition. At 2700K, light passes through the hand-blown walls and the captured voids, producing a glow that is warm, diffuse, and quietly alive.
The 28 Series is designed for broad configurability. It can be specified as:
- Single pendants for intimate, focused installations
- Random multi-light arrangements scaled to the architecture
- Custom chandelier compositions developed in collaboration with the Bocci studio
Made to order in Vancouver, each configuration is a direct expression of the glassblower's hand and the particular conditions of that casting. The result is lighting that carries the character of its own making.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How are the Bocci 28 Series spheres made?
Each sphere is hand-blown using a proprietary technique developed by Omer Arbel that introduces recessed inclusions into the molten glass during forming. This creates an interior void geometry that cannot be mechanically reproduced, making every piece unique.
Can the Bocci 28 Series be customized for a specific project?
Yes. The 28 Series is designed for configurability and can be specified as single pendants, multi-light random arrangements, or fully custom chandelier compositions. Large-scale or bespoke installations are developed in dialogue with the Bocci studio.
What color temperature does the Bocci 28 use?
The 28 Series operates at 2700K, a warm white that complements the diffuse, organic glow produced as light passes through the hand-blown glass walls and internal voids.
Where is the Bocci 28 Series manufactured?
All pieces are made to order in Bocci's studio in Vancouver, Canada, where the glassblowing process is carried out by hand under controlled but deliberately variable conditions.
Who is Omer Arbel?
Omer Arbel is the designer and creative director of Bocci, a Canadian lighting and objects studio. His practice is research-driven, focused on developing new fabrication techniques rather than imposing predetermined aesthetic outcomes. The 28 Series is among his most recognized works.