From Obelisks to Origami: Virginia Sin Unveils New Lighting

At ICFF 2025, Virginia Sin will unveil OBEL, STRIA, and GAMI – sculptural ceramic lighting inspired by history, handcraft, and form.

May 16, 2025 - 16:26

From Obelisks to Origami: Virginia Sin Unveils New Lighting

When Brooklyn-based designer Virginia Sin launched her home goods brand, SIN, in 2007, it was with a simple mission: to bring warmth and intention into everyday living. Fast forward to today, that mission is scaling up in a big way. At ICFF 2025, SIN will debut its most expansive lighting launch yet – introducing the OBEL and STRIA collections, alongside new additions to its beloved GAMI series. Drawing inspiration from Egyptian obelisks, heritage textiles, and the delicate art of origami, the new releases transform centuries-old craft traditions into contemporary forms that are equal parts sculptural and soulful. It’s a major milestone for the brand, which has built a loyal following for its handmade, coil-building ceramic and mixed material designs.

Inspired by the ancient practice of hand-weaving, the STRIA collection evokes the intentionality, care, and process behind heritage textiles. This series of sculptural wall sconces reinterprets the soft striations of fabric into rhythmic ceramic forms that beautifully filter light. STRIA also celebrates the many connections inherent in both ceramics and textile work – between material and maker, form and function, earth and home. Handmade in SIN’s Brooklyn studio, the sconces are fully ADA-compliant and designed with high-end residential and hospitality areas in mind, providing designers with a way to shape spaces that feel layered, meaningful, and inviting.

A modern wall sconce features a rectangular, layered design in neutral beige, emitting a soft, warm glow against a plain gray background

Stria 3 Sconce in Bone

A metallic, rectangular object with six segments and a slightly worn, brushed finish—reminiscent of Virignia Sin lighting—is mounted vertically on a plain light surface

Stria 3 Sconce in Obsidian

Stria 5 Sconce in Graphite

Rectangular wall light fixture with a woven, geometric design emits a soft, warm glow against a plain light gray background, capturing the signature artistry of Virginia Sin lighting

Stria 5 Sconce in Bone

A square metallic wall sconce with a woven pattern, inspired by Virginia Sin lighting, emits a warm light from behind and is mounted on a plain light-colored wall

Stria 4 Sconce in Obsidian

Rectangular wall sconce with interwoven white ceramic bands, part of the Virginia Sin lighting collection, casts a warm glow softly from behind against a neutral background

Stria 4 Sconce in Bone

Three square-based table lamps with cream-colored lampshades and gold accents evoke a modern elegance, reminiscent of Virignia Sin lighting, displayed against a plain, light gray background

Obel Osen Table Lamps

With the OBEL collection, SIN turns to the monumental geometry of hand-hewn Egyptian obelisks, reimagining these ancient forms as sculptural table lamps. Each piece is grounded and architectural, crafted through a slow, deliberate hand-building process that honors the raw beauty of clay. This also marks the first time SIN introduces shaded designs, creating a gentle contrast between soft and hard materials. By bringing history into the contemporary present, OBEL offers lighting that feels both timeless and striking, anchoring spaces with a quiet sense of presence and reverence.

A Virignia Sin lighting piece featuring a black, trapezoidal base and a cream-colored, pyramid-shaped lampshade, illuminated against a plain light background.

Obel Osen Table Lamp in Obsidian

A beige table lamp with a rectangular shade and a stacked, sculpted base, reminiscent of Virginia Sin lighting, sits on a plain, light surface

Obel Gio Table Lamp in Bone

A square lamp with a sculpted, stacked stone base and a white rectangular lampshade, featuring a visible gold fixture and a white power cord—an elegant nod to Virignia Sin lighting design

Obel Gio Table Lamp in Sand

A table lamp with a beige, angular lampshade and a stacked, rectangular ceramic base with a dark, glossy finish. The lamp is plugged in and turned on, adding a touch of Virginia Sin lighting style to any room

Obel Gio Table Lamp in Obsidian

The GAMI collection returns this season with an expanded lineup of pendants, flush mounts, and sconces that continue to explore the balance between fluidity and structure. Inspired by the art of origami, each piece is crafted from a single sheet of clay, folded into sculptural forms that feel both delicate and solid. With its extended range, GAMI brings a fresh versatility to both residential and hospitality spaces, offering a poetic way to express light, form, and shadow.

Gami Shayd Pendant in Sand

With OBEL, STRIA, and GAMI, SIN continues to push the boundaries of clay, drawing on storied traditions to create collections that are as visually striking as they are meaningful. Don’t miss the chance to experience these sculptural designs in person at ICFF 2025 and see how timeless craft and contemporary design come together in ceramic.