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Dear Reader, here is a space for musings, observations, and dialogues on glass, design, tableware, and more. Here, we share our thoughts and those of our guests, artists, designers, and thinkers who bring new perspectives to the ornamental and the everyday. Have a question? Ask away.

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The Glass You Weren’t Allowed to Touch: Nostalgia, Memory, and the Teta Collection

Mar 9, 2025

The Teta Collection is a quiet rebellion against the glass cabinets of the past. Inspired by my grandmother’s vitrine, where delicate treasures waited patiently for special occasions, these pieces are designed to be held, used, and loved now, not later. The pearly handles tip their hat to old-world, while the soft curves whisper of heirlooms remembered. Because the best things in life tea, laughter, the weight of a glass in your hand aren’t meant to gather dust. They’re meant to be lived. So pour the tea. Assemble the guests. Open the vitrine. → Explore the Teta Collection

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The Glass You Weren’t Allowed to Touch: Nostalgia, Memory, and the Teta Collection

Michele Fazio: Glass as Creation, The Shifting Boundaries of Chaos, Order, and Beauty

Feb 20, 2025

Michele Fazio: Glass as Creation, The Shifting Boundaries of Chaos, Order, and Beauty Designer Michele Fazio reveals his deep connection with glass, as a material that flows between chaos and order. His renderings, featured in the Read Ornamental section, capture molten glass in its raw form, showcasing its fluidity and unpredictability. Through his lens, glass becomes a symbol of creation where chaos and structure work hand in hand. 

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Michele Fazio: Glass as Creation, The Shifting Boundaries of Chaos, Order, and Beauty

The Rebellion of Craft: Why Artisanry Still Matters in a World of Mass Production

Feb 11, 2025

In a world dominated by mass production and disposable design, something remarkable is happening, people are turning back to the handmade, the storied, the imperfectly perfect. Glassware was once a craft of breath and fire, each piece infused with the artisan’s touch. Today, uniformity has stripped objects of their soul and authenticity, leaving behind a sea of sterile, factory-made replicas. But the resurgence of hand-blown glassware and slow design signals a shift—one where consumers seek not just objects, but pieces with meaning, heritage, and artistry.

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The Rebellion of Craft: Why Artisanry Still Matters in a World of Mass Production

A Bar, a Planet, and a Glass of Lilac Foam: Ornamental by Lameice x KOI 11

Jan 29, 2025

Discover the vibrant world of KOI 11, where wellness meets color in a playful new bar inside Koibird's London flagship. Ornamental by Lameice has created a bespoke collection of glassware for this immersive space, featuring coffee cups, plates, and barware in shades of pink and purple. These whimsical, handcrafted pieces perfectly complement KOI 11’s bold new look, transforming each drink into an experience.

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A Bar, a Planet, and a Glass of Lilac Foam: Ornamental by Lameice x KOI 11

Öykü Özal: From Playtime to Plate – How Childhood Memories Inspired My Collaboration with Ornamental by Lameice

Sep 14, 20241 comment

What if your most significant dining experience didn’t involve food at all? In this whimsical exploration, Öykü Özal reflects on a childhood game of imaginary restaurants and how it inspired her collaboration with Ornamental by Lameice. Together, we’ve woven nostalgia, tradition, and playful creativity into a design story that bridges cultures and evokes joy. From glassware with a wink to AI-generated table settings, this project celebrates the beauty of whimsy, imperfections, and the deep connections forged around a table.

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Öykü Özal: From Playtime to Plate – How Childhood Memories Inspired My Collaboration with Ornamental by Lameice

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