JP Candle Holder
Made by When Objects Work
Designed by John Pawson
John Pawson has spent decades refining a design philosophy rooted in the removal of the unnecessary. The JP Candle Holder, created for When Objects Work, is a quiet expression of that discipline. Paired with its glass cylinder, the piece becomes a contemporary reinterpretation of the traditional storm lantern, one that carries the weight of historical form while shedding any ornamental excess.
When Objects Work was founded on a deceptively simple premise: that ordinary objects, when considered with genuine care, become something worth keeping. The Antwerp-based brand collaborates exclusively with architects and designers whose sensibility aligns with that conviction, and Pawson is among its most natural partners.
- Designed by John Pawson
- Glass cylinder included for storm lantern configuration
- Surface requires gentle care: rinse with mild detergent and a soft cloth only
- To remove wax build-up, hold under hot water and allow wax to soften and melt away
- Never use knives, abrasive tools, or sharp objects on the surface
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who designed the JP Candle Holder?
The JP Candle Holder was designed by John Pawson, the British architect renowned for his uncompromising Minimalist approach to space, form, and objects. The initials JP in the name reference the designer directly.
What is When Objects Work?
When Objects Work is an Antwerp-based design brand that commissions architects and designers to create functional objects with genuine formal integrity. Its roster includes figures such as John Pawson, Atelier Van Lieshout, and Luc Tuymans, among others.
How does the glass cylinder change the candle holder?
The glass cylinder transforms the JP Candle Holder into a closed configuration that references the traditional storm lantern, protecting the flame while introducing a transparency that softens and diffuses the candlelight.
How should the JP Candle Holder be cleaned?
The surface is susceptible to scratching and should only be rinsed with a mild detergent and a soft cloth. Wax build-up can be removed by holding the piece under hot water until the wax softens and melts away. Abrasive tools or sharp objects should never be used.
What is John Pawson's design philosophy?
Pawson's practice is grounded in the idea that beauty emerges from reduction: the careful calibration of proportion, light, and material rather than the addition of decorative elements. His architectural work spans monasteries, galleries, and private residences, all governed by the same disciplined restraint.
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