31 Process
The 31.3 series pays homage to the centuries-old glassmaking traditions of the Czech Republic, where secret colour formulas have been carefully guarded and passed down through generations since the 1600s. These rare, vibrant hues, created from an eclectic mix of ingredients such as bone ash, horse manure and native plants and minerals, imbue each piece with a storied history. The polygonal and diamond-shaped glass elements of the 31.3 Series are a celebration of this alchemical heritage.
The forms of 31.3 are inspired by the five-fold tiling problem. In the 1970s, mathematician Roger Penrose discovered that a surface could be filled with a non-repeating pattern using just two shapes. 31.3 offers its own interpretation, three distinct forms that can be infinitely arranged in asymmetrical compositions, echoing the quiet complexity of Penrose’s discovery.
