Kōura
Inspired by woven baskets and also from the curled form of the New Zealand native fresh water shrimp, kōura, which is its Māori name.
Background
The droplet-like form of Kōura mimics the curled form of our native freshwater shrimp kōura, named by the indigenous Māori people. David was also inspired by the intricately made traps used by early Māori to catch kōura. Kōura is predominantly used as a feature sculptural lighting piece, to attract attention to a certain location. Often it hangs over a bar, in an entry space, in stairwell or even a hall. It has a strong presence of calm purity and beauty that the choice of finish can amplify.
Gallery
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Kōura Pendants, Restaurant
Kōura 1600mm/63" Shadows at Houndstooth interiors
Kōura 750mm/29" In Nature
Kōura 2000 Custom Photo: Tim Whitakker
Tuscan Table
Camp 4 Wine
The Story of Kōura
A Short Film by David Trubridge
Technical Information
Dimensions
(20")
(29")
(39")
(63")
(79")
(94")
Packaging
(20")
(29")
(39")
(63")
(79")
(94")
Finishes
Bamboo
White (one or two sides)
Black one side (inside or outside)
Black two sides
Pink
Blue
Orange
Red
Aqua
Lime
Custom
Materials
Bamboo Plywood
Nylon Clips
Free Shipping
Shipping times will vary depending on your location:
NZ - 3-14 working days
Rest of World - 2 - 6 weeks
What You Receive
Kitset lampshade including fixings/suspension, lamp holder and instructions. No lamp/bulb or ceiling rose.
Lamp Required
E27 / (E26 USA) - max. 60W (Not Supplied)
Installation & Components
The light must be installed by a qualified Electrician in accordance with national wiring regulations - DO NOT attempt to install it yourself. Intended for dry interior spaces.
500mm/20" to 1000mm/39": Cordset 2m/10ft
1600mm/63" to 2400mm/94": Cordset 5m/15ft
1600mm/63" to 2400mm/94": 3 x Suspension Wires
Warranty
This light is warranted for three years from date of purchase for failure of parts, not including fair wear and tear. Please check now that all parts are present - we can only replace anything missing before assembly.
Care Instructions
All wooden lights are intended for use in dry interior conditions only, and can be cleaned with a soft cloth dampened in warm water when light is switched off.
Awards
Good Design Awards, 2011
Best Awards, Bronze 2011
Best Awards, Bronze, 2011
Assembly Videos
Shipping as kitset vastly reduces the harmful effects of moving items around the globe. On average our kitset lights are 1/40th the size of an assembled one.
As seen in your space
Discover a range of sculptural luminaires inspired by natures patterns and formations.
Kōura 1000mm/39" Black
Kōura 1000mm/39" Bamboo with Black Clips
Kōura 1000mm/39" Bamboo
Cluster 500mm/20", 750mm/29" 1000mm/39"
