Mathias Hahn Design Philosophy
Marset Designer Profile

Mathias Hahn

"Useful commodities that show a slight layer of humor or naivety."

Mathias Hahn

The Story

Mathias Hahn designs with the logic of an engineer and the soul of a storyteller. Based in London, he creates objects that feel like tools or construction sets. His 'Scantling' lamp uses friction joints and basic geometric shapes, devoid of hidden springs, to create a reading light that is honest, robust, and playfully mechanical.

Role
The Constructor

Created for Marset (6)

Gambosa
2025

Gambosa

Mathias Hahn

Table

A lamp in balance. Gambosa challenges the static nature of the table lamp. Its curved shade seems to float, disconnected from the stem, creating a dynamic sculpture. With sophisticated colors like pink, orange, and moss grey, it simplifies the structure into geometries in balance, offering a modern, surprising take on the archetypal lamp.

Scantling Floor
2010

Scantling Floor

Mathias Hahn

Floor

Graphic construction. Scantling combines wood and metal in a highly functional floor lamp. Its friction joints allow for easy movement without springs. The design evokes a construction set, creating a homely, archetypal appearance that provides precise light for reading.

Scantling Table
2010

Scantling Table

Mathias Hahn

Table

Construction set aesthetic. Scantling uses wood and metal to create a geometric, highly functional lamp. Its friction-based joint system allows for seamless movement without springs. The profile evokes a graphic silhouette, using basic shapes to create a versatile and beautiful reading light.

Scantling Wall
2010

Scantling Wall

Mathias Hahn

Wall

Geometric construction. Scantling combines wood and metal in a design of basic shapes. It uses a high-precision friction joint system to allow movement without springs or counterweights. The wall version features a small wooden handle for easy control, creating a graphic, archetypal silhouette on the wall.

Theia Floor
2016

Theia Floor

Mathias Hahn

Floor

Swiveling shadows. The Theia floor lamp allows you to modify the light by swiveling the fixture. Point it towards you for reading, or away for a subtle, indirect glow. It merges light and shadow in a single piece, using two intersecting half-spheres to create a warm, adjustable atmosphere.

Theia Table
2016

Theia Table

Mathias Hahn

Table

Goddess of light. Theia merges light and shadow in a single piece. Its two half-spheres intersect, allowing you to swivel the fixture to switch between direct reading light and subtle indirect glow. It is a formal design that celebrates the beauty of light itself, named after the mother of the sun and moon.

Mathias Hahn in Singapore: FAQs

What are the most famous Marset lights by Mathias Hahn?

Mathias Hahn is renowned for creating iconic pieces for Marset, including Gambosa, Scantling Floor, Scantling Table. These designs represent the brand's commitment to meaningful lighting.

Where can I buy authentic Mathias Hahn lamps in Singapore?

Illum-Tec Pte Ltd is an authorized supplier for Marset in Singapore. We supply the full range of authentic Mathias Hahn designs, complete with official manufacturer warranties and technical support.

Can I integrate Mathias Hahn's lights with smart home systems?

Yes. Most Marset fixtures designed by Mathias Hahn can be integrated with smart control systems like Casambi. Illum-Tec provides specialized drivers and commissioning services to ensure seamless smart home integration.

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